The Fourth of July

he Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is celebrated to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. This historic document declared the thirteen American colonies’ freedom from British rule, effectively marking the birth of the United States of America.

ADOPTION OF THE DECLARATION

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration of Independence, which had been drafted by Thomas Jefferson.

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

This document formally declared the colonies’ separation from Great Britain, outlining the reasons for their independence and establishing the principles of liberty and self- governance.

FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES

The Declaration of Independence is a cornerstone document of American history, articulating fundamental principles like the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.