Independence Day | History, Meaning, & Date | Britannica
Jan 16, 2025 · The Fourth of July celebrates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The Declaration announced the political separation …
Independence Day (United States) - Wikipedia
Independence Day, known colloquially as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by the Second …
History of the Fourth of July ‑ Brief History, Early Celebrations ...
Dec 16, 2009 · The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day …
The history behind Fourth of July traditions on US Independence …
Jul 3, 2023 · Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second …
The Fourth of July in United States History
Jul 28, 2018 · The Fourth of July is an iconic American celebration characterized by parades, fireworks, and backyard barbeques. But where did the history of the Fourth of July holiday …
Fourth of July 2025: Celebrate with History, Traditions, and Recipes
Jan 2, 2025 · Find out what’s special about the 4th of July. When Is Independence Day This Year? On the Fourth of July, the United States observes a federal holiday honoring the …
Today in History - July 4 - Library of Congress
On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence, announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain. The Constitution …
The Story of the Fourth of July - Constitution Facts
Jul 4, 2012 · We celebrate American Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year. We think of July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth …
How did the Fourth of July originate and why do Americans …
Jul 3, 2024 · The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which …
Independence Day summary | Britannica
Independence Day, or Fourth of July, Anniversary of the adoption of the U.S. Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress (July 4, 1776). It is the greatest secular …