27 Patriotic Fourth of July Quotes to Celebrate Independence Day

Add one of these inspiring quotes to your Fourth of July party invitations.

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On the Fourth of July, when Americans are particularly patriotic, it helps to distill that pride into something succinct and inspiring–beyond a top-notch menu). We curated our favorite famous quotes about America that combine pride, nostalgia, gratitude and love. These Fourth of July quotes are about everything from the Statue of Liberty and the American flag to the very concept of freedom.

To help celebrate Independence Day and U.S. patriotism this year and every year (or why not every day?), get inspired by these iconic Fourth of July quotes from famous politicians, poets, philosophers, celebrities, and more.

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Fourth of July Quotes and Sayings

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There's a lot to celebrate on the Fourth of July, and plenty of traditions for doing so: Celebrations can include fireworks, indulging in time-honored BBQ side dishes, parades, and more. It can also involve sharing meaningful 4th of July quotes, either as messages wishing well to friends and family, social media captions, or decorations for the holiday. If you're searching for great Fourth of July quotes, start with these from thought-leaders, great minds, and patriots.

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"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!"

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Maya Angelou
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– Maya Angelou, American poet and activist

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"The Fourth of July should be celebrated with big hearts."

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– Camila Alves, Brazilian-American model and designer

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"It will be celebrated with pomp and parade, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - John Adams
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– John Adams, Second President of the United States

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"The United States is the only country with a known birthday…. There is no 'Republican,' no 'Democrat,' on the Fourth of July—all are Americans."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - James G. Blaine
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– James G. Blaine, oration on Independence Day

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Quotes about America

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Great quotes and sayings on the Fourth of July include great words about America. If you're looking for patriotic inspiration for your Independence Day caption, texts, or posts, try these smart words.

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"You cannot conquer America."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - William Pitt
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– William Pitt, speech, House of Lords, November 18, 1777

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"America is a tune. It must be sung together."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Gerald Stanley Lee
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– Gerald Stanley Lee, Crowds, 1913

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"America means opportunity, freedom, power."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Ralph Waldo Emerson
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– Ralph Waldo Emerson, Public and Private Education, 1864

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"America…it is the only place where miracles not only happen, but where they happen all the time."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Thomas Wolfe
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– Thomas Wolfe, Of Time and the River, 1935

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"Laughter is America's most important export."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Walt Disney
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– Walt Disney

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"Let every man do his duty, and be true to his country."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Anonymous, Boston Tea Party
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– Anonymous, rallying cry, Boston Tea Party, December 16, 1773

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"I believe in America because we have great dreams, and because we have the opportunity to make those dreams come true."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Wendell Willkie
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– Wendell Willkie, 1940 Republican nominee for President

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"The essence of America—that which really unites us—is not ethnicity, or nationality, or religion. It is an idea—and what an idea it is: that you can come from humble circumstances and do great things. That it doesn't matter where you came from, but where you are going."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Condoleezza Rice
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– Condoleezza Rice, Republican National Convention, 2012

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Quotes from U.S. Presidents

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As the executive leaders of the country, past U.S. presidents can represent the greatest the country has to offer. Try sharing some of their words of wisdom this Fourth of July.

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"Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country."

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– John F. Kennedy, inaugural address, January 20, 1961

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"Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Abraham Lincoln, Gettysburg Address
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– Abraham Lincoln, Gettysburg Address, November 19, 1863

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"America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination, and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Harry S. Truman
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– Harry S. Truman, Public Papers, January 8, 1947

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"We're blessed with the opportunity to stand for something—for liberty and freedom and fairness. And these are things worth fighting for, worth devoting our lives to."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Ronald Reagan
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– Ronald Reagan, 40th President of the United States

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Patriotic Quotes About Freedom

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Being patriotic is, in part, about supporting freedom here and abroad and protecting our fellow citizens. Liberty and justice for all, right? Read these patriotic quotes from U.S. heroes for a little caption inspiration this Fourth of July.

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"Give me liberty or give me death!"

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Patrick Henry
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– Patrick Henry, speech, Virginia Convention, March 23, 1775

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"In every human breast, God has implanted a principle, which we call love of freedom; it is impatient of oppression and pants for deliverance."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Phillis Wheatley
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– Phillis Wheatley, in The Boston Post-Boy, 1774

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"America, to me, is freedom."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Willie Nelson
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– Willie Nelson, from an interview with Time, 2010

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"Where liberty dwells, there is my country."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Benjamin Franklin
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– Benjamin Franklin, attributed, 1789

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"Independence now and forever!"

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Daniel Webster
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– Daniel Webster, eulogy, August 2, 1826

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"We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - William Faulkner
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– William Faulkner, "On Fear: The South in Labor" from Harper's magazine, 1956

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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Elmer Davis
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– Elmer Davis, news reporter, author, the Director of the U.S. Office of War Information during World War II

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Quotes About the American Flag and Statue of Liberty

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They're not specifically related to July Fourth, but as symbols of the United States, the American flag and Statue of Liberty reflect the same sentiments as Independence Day. Celebrate the Fourth of July with these quotes and sayings about our national symbols and the patriotism they inspire.

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"One flag, one land, one heart, one hand, one nation forevermore!"

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Oliver Wendell Holmes
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– Oliver Wendell Holmes, Voyage of the Good Ship Union, 1919

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"As I looked up at the Statue of Liberty, I thought at that time, 'What a wonderful country.'"

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Elaine Chao
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– Elaine Chao, U.S. Secretary of Transportation

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"The American flag is the most recognized symbol of freedom and democracy in the world."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Virginia Foxx
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– Virginia Foxx, U.S. Congresswoman

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"The American flag, Old Glory, standing tall and flying free over American soil for 228 years is the symbol of our beloved country. It is recognized from near and afar, and many lives have been lost defending it."

Fourth of July/July 4th Patriotic Quotes, Captions, and Sayings - Jeff Miller
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– Jeff Miller, former U.S. representative

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