1776 July 4th.

Independence Day (United States)

"Fourth of July" and "4th of July" redirect here. For the date, see July 4. For other uses, see Independence Day 
 For other related material, see Fourth of July

Independence Day
Displays of fireworks, such as these over theWashington Monument, take place across the United States on Independence Day.
Also called	The Fourth of July The Fourth
Observed by	United States
Type	National
Significance	The day the Declaration of Independence was  adopted by  theContinental Congress
Celebrations	Fireworks, Family reunions, Concerts,Barbecues, Picnics, Parades, Baseball games
Date	July 4
Next time	4 July 2015
Frequency	annual

Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is afederal holiday in the United States of Americacommemorating the adoption ofthe Declaration of Independenceon July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain (now officially known as the United Kingdom). Independence Day is commonl

associated with fireworks,parades, barbecues, carnivals,fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, and political speeches and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the National Day of the United States