Independence Day (US)

Independence Day in the United States, also known as the Fourth of July, is a significant national holiday commemorating the passage of The Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. This historic document declared the thirteen American colonies free and independent from British rule. Independence Day holds immense pride and significance for Americans, marked by various festivities including barbecues, carnivals, picnics, concerts, and grand firework displays across the nation. It serves as a time for Americans to reflect on their shared heritage, values, and freedoms.