At the time, Americans weren’t agreed on which day to celebrate. In an article for American Heritage, historian Pauline Maier ...

John Adams, for what it's worth, reportedly turned down invitation to July 4 events as he still believed it should be ...

July 2 stands out as a pivotal day in history, marked by momentous events that have shaped nations, cultures, and the course ...

On July 2, 1964, the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 became law with the signature of President Lyndon B. Johnson.

The U.S. declared independence from Great Britain 249 years ago – on July 4, 1776. Independence Day gatherings were a little ...

The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous ...

This Fourth of July weekend, Americans are expected to dish out quite a few dollars to celebrate the country’s independence ...

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, primarily authored by Thomas ...

Jefferson, an avid weather observer, kept meticulous climate records throughout his life. In Philadelphia, during the summer ...