The annual holiday marks the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The day was later signed into law on June 28, 1870 ...

Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, but it took a long time to evolve to the widespread celebration it is now. On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental ...

US Independence Day, commonly referred to as the 'Fourth of July', observes the historic moment on July 4, 1776, when America declared its independence from British rule.