“They did find a way to put differences aside and join together to work for a common goal,” she added. The Congress, made up of delegates from the United States’ original 13 colonies, unanimously approved the document that declared independence from Great Britain.īarbara Clark Smith, a curator of political history at the National Museum of American History, told USA TODAY that it was an “extraordinary achievement for these colonists to get together” to adopt the founding declaration. July 4, also known as Independence Day, marks the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Here’s what you need to know about Independence Day: What do we celebrate on July 4?
In the nation’s capital, President Joe Biden is set to host a group of essential workers and military families on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday. The National Park Service is also hosting the annual Independence Day fireworks celebration on the National Mall.īut why does the United States commemorate July 4 specifically, since the Declaration of Independence actually was signed later? When did Americans start observing the patriotic holiday, and why do we set off fireworks? Watch Video: Fireworks fill the sky in nation's capitalĪmericans across the country are set to celebrate July 4 this weekend with parades, barbeques and red, white and blue gear.
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