Independence Day American Style
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America's Independence Day - The 4th of July
One of the grandest holidays celebrated in the United States is the 4th of July, Independence Day. This is America's birthday. The USA is a young nation and will be just 234 years old this year.
How do you celebrate the 4th of July? Firework displays are keynote events for this holiday. I'll show you some videos of past firework displays from some of America' s great cities. You'll learn little history and have fun along the way. You can even shop for great 4th of July cards and gifts to show your American pride.
Let's get started.
Photo credit to Karla Weeks, my friend from Colorado.
Patriotic Songs
What Is Independence Day?
When Did It Occur?
Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Commonly known as the 4th of July, this holiday is associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics, concerts, baseball games and various ceremonies celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States.
The actual legal separation of the colonies from Great Britain occurred on July 2, 1776, when the Continental Congress voted to adopt the resolution of independence proposed by Richard Henry Lee of Virginia. Then the work began on the actual Declaration with Thomas Jefferson as the principal author.
One of the most enduring myths about Independence Day is that the Congress signed the Declaration on July 4, 1776. This myth became so firmly established that even Thomas Jefferson and John Adams (2 of the signers) came to believe it. Most of the delegates actually signed the declaration on August 2, 1776. In a remarkable series of coincidences, both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, the only 2 signers of the Declaration to become President, died on the same day: July4, 1826, the United States' 50th anniversary.
Photo from Wikipedia. Click photo to go to article.
Patriotic T-Shirts
Vacation Destinations
The week of the 4th of July begins the busiest vacation time in the US. The entire month of July and into August is when the majority of Americans take their vacations.
Here are some great travel destinations to consider for your vacation this year.
Mugs For Tea Or Coffee
To Celebrate Independence Day
Cards, Postcards, And Invitations
4th Of July Greetings
Visit my Zazzle store for more greeting cards.
Tweets About The 4th
Patriotic Movies And DVDs
How Do You Celebrate The 4th of July?
Tell Me Your Plans!
What are you planning for the 4th of July? Are you going to a family reunion? Are you having friends over for a barbecue? I'd love to hear about it.
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WorldVisionary
Jul 5, 2011 @ 8:57 pm | delete
- I enjoyed your patriotic lens!
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OhMe May 24, 2010 @ 8:00 am | delete
- We celebrate 4th of July in Pendleton SC at Freedom Fest which is traditionally held the Saturday before the 4th. Lensrolling to Freedom Fest.
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Sylvestermouse
May 16, 2010 @ 2:24 pm | delete
- Totally awesome and I love your 4th of July Zazzle products! You always share some of the most amazing lenses!
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Ladydove62
Apr 24, 2010 @ 5:37 pm | delete
- Love your 4th of July products!They do have a vintage flavor perfect for the 4th. Enjoyed reading about the signing of the Declaration Of Independence and thanks for the clarification on the real date. Lensrolling to my 4th of July lens.
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oztoo
Apr 19, 2010 @ 4:45 pm | delete
- Great lens about Independence Day. I love your patriotic products.
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Susan52
Apr 18, 2010 @ 12:12 pm | delete
- Independence Day is one of my favorite holidays. We usually attend one of the local fireworks displays, the one in my Local Fireworks Displays lens. Lensrolling this lens to that and to my American Flag lens.
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Heather426
Apr 18, 2010 @ 11:50 am | delete
- Love it so much! lensrolling to My Dad, My Hero
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sandyspider
Apr 18, 2010 @ 11:17 am | delete
- I knew this was in the making when I seen your blog. Beautiful cards. Great Independence day lens.
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Barkely Apr 18, 2010 @ 7:54 am | delete
- I love the vintage look to many of these! Beautiful work!
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Pukeko
Apr 18, 2010 @ 6:37 am | delete
- I love this lens, so loaded with information and beautiful designs.
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BarbRad Apr 18, 2010 @ 3:49 am | delete
- Forgot to add that I love your designs for Independence Day!
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- I haven't made any plans yet. i know there will be lots of options to choose from, but sometimes I just celebrate quietly at home. We don't have any family close by. Sometimes it seems wise to just watch out for our property, since it's the height of fire season and we live on a main highway en route to one of the local celebrations.
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Norma_Budden
Apr 17, 2010 @ 8:06 pm | delete
- I won't be anywhere in the USA on July 4th, I don't presume. However, I intend to be in a large Canadian city for Canada Day on July 1st. I look forward to seeing a parade and seeing fireworks.
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