Evan and Kristina Rizzo, of Fort Lauderdale listen to the reading of the Declaration of Independence during the 249th Independence Day Celebration at the Old State House in Boston, MA on July 4, 2025.

The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, marks a monumental event in United States history. On this day in 1776, the thirteen American colonies declared their independence from British rule.

Let's celebrate this 4th of July by honouring the great heroes who fought for the freedom of America. Share heartfelt US Independence Day wishes, quotes, messages, and images with friends and family.

(PBS Newshour, July 4, 2012); (Michael W. Smith, July 4, 2015) It is in remembrance of this great courage and sacrifice that we celebrate the 4th of July.

Happy birthday America! From the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, to picnics, parades, and fireworks, take a patriotic tour through the collections and reflect upon the ...

A committee was formed to draft an official independence document, which became known as the Declaration of Independence. On July 2, 1776, Lee’s motion for independence was approved.

She said, "We have a longstanding tradition of printing the Declaration of Independence in the July 4th print edition. Due to a human error, it wasn't printed this July 4th so was included in the ...

God forbid! The Essence of Independence This Fourth of July marks the 248th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, that monumental step in the fight for freedom from British rule.

History tells us that it was a hot, steamy day in In Philadelphia, Pa, on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress, sweating from the humidity, and surely from the fact they were committing treason ...

That was the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. But another president -- James Monroe -- also died on Independence Day. The nation’s fifth president died on July 4, 1831.

That was the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. But another president -- James Monroe -- also died on Independence Day. The nation’s fifth president died on July 4, 1831.