On a hot, steamy day in Philadelphia, a group of delegates to the Continental Congress gathered to celebrate the final approval of the Declaration of Independence. Viewed now as patriots by Americans, ...

The Fourth of July holiday, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. A year later, according ...

Today, Friday, July 4, 2025, is Independence Day. The day, also known as the Fourth of July, celebrates the founding of the United States of America. Independence Day is one of the 12 federal holidays ...

While Fourth of July traditions include picnics, parades, and fireworks, if you need a bit of quiet amidst the revelry we have rounded up a few stories related to the celebratory day. From the history ...