This weekend, our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence commemorating our independence from Great Britain following the Revolutionary War. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration for our country to become the United States of America. This historic milestone provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation's past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look forward to the future that we want to create for next generation and beyond.
July 4 Trivia: What Day was the Declaration of Independence Signed By the Most Delegates? Was it: July 5 - August 2 - July 19 - September 3?
Fireworks displays are usually the highlight of many Independence Day celebrations with colors lighting up the night sky across the nation. According to the Farmers' Almanac, the origins of fireworks originally came from China - but the earliest forms of "firecrackers" came from a discovery almost 2,000 years ago when people would heat bamboo stalks until they blackened and exploded under the pressure of heated air inside them.
Fireworks have been part of the American tradition since the founding of our nation. John Adadms envisioned great celebrations when he wrote a letter on July 3, 1776 - a day before the Continental Congress adopted the final draft of the Declaration of Independence. He said that festivities should include "pomp and parade with shews, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations from one end of the continent to the other from this time forever more."
The first official fireworks displays began in 1776 with the first Fourth of July fireworks over Philadelphia's night sky, a tradition that continues with spectacular fireworks every July 4 celebration.
Wishing you & your family a safe and happy holiday celebration! 💙👪 💗
Here's a list of Independence Day Events in our area, thanks to our friends at Lakeland Mom.
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