Independence Day (United States) & July 4th

Independence Day, July 4th.

“Fourth of July” redirects here. For the date, see July 4. For other uses, see 4th of July (disambiguation).
Independence Day

Displays of fireworks, such as these over the Washington Monument, take place nationwide
Also called The Fourth of July
The Glorious Fourth
The Fourth
Observed by United States
Type National
Significance The day the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress
Date (2011) Monday, July 4
Celebrations Fireworks, Family reunions, Concerts, Barbecues, Picnics, Parades, Baseball games
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independence_Day_(United_States)

Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, 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.[1][2][3]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/July_4

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