Do Americans celebrate independence day?

AMERICANS will come together to celebrate Independence Day on the fourth of July tomorrow in the United States. But what is Independence Day all about? read more

Fourth of July celebrations have taken various forms across the centuries. In Bristol, Rhode Island, in 1777 there was a salute with 13 shotguns in the morning and evening of July 4. And in 1778, then general of the revolutionary army, George Washington, doubled his troops rum ration for the festivities. read more

Independence Day is annually celebrated on July 4 and is often known as "the Fourth of July". It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. Patriotic displays and family events are organized throughout the United States. read more