Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States. We celebrate this day in remembrance of the Declaration of Independence of the United States, which was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. Also called The 4th of July, this day is often celebrated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, and family reunions. It’s a time of celebration as Independence Day is the national day of the United States of America.
During the American Revolution, the Second Continental Congress voted to declare independence from Great Britain’s rule on July 2, 1776. After voting for independence, a statement explaining this decision was created as the Declaration of Independence. The document was prepared by a Committee of Five, with Thomas Jefferson as its principal author. Congress debated and revised the wording, which took 2 days to approve. This was finally declared on July 4th and the thirteen American colonies were now united, free, and independent states.
