July 11, 2024
History
Independence Day, also known as 4th of July, commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the American colonies declared independence from Britain. It is celebrated across the United States with fireworks, parades, barbecues, and patriotic displays.
Notable Figures
George Washington: Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and the first President of the United States.
Thomas Jefferson: Principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States.
Benjamin Franklin: Founding Father, diplomat, inventor, and a key figure in securing French support during the Revolution.
Books
- You're My Little Firecracker by Nicola Edwards
- Our Flag Was Still There: The True Story of Mary Pickersgill and the Star-Spangled Banner by Jessie Hartland
The 4th of July Story by Alice Dalgliesh
