United States: July 4th Independence Day

The United States of America celebrates her Independence Day annually on July 4, also known as "the Fourth of July". It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. Patriotic displays and family events are organized throughout the United States. As indicated on www.History.com,“ the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution (1775-83). In June 1776, representatives of the 13 colonies then fighting in the revolutionary struggle weighed a resolution that would declare their independence from Great Britain. On July 2nd, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later its delegates adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 until the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with typical festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues.”

Read more about the birth of American independence at: www.history.com.

Here...enjoy some spectacular fireworks displays from a pre-July 4th 2016 celebration which took place at Laurel Lakes, Laurel, Maryland on July 2, 2016.

2016 Fireworks displays at the Laurel Lakes, Laurel, MD - US Independence anniversary (July 4) celebration - 1. Submitted by a SitiTalkBlog Reporter.

2016 Fireworks displays at the Laurel Lakes, Laurel, MD - US Independence anniversary (July 4) celebration - 2. Submitted by a SitiTalkBlog Reporter.