INTRODUCTION OF FESTIVAL AND ORIGIN - INDEPENDENCE Day, also called the Fourth of July in the United States , the annual celebration of nationhood. Independence Day is a federal holiday in America since 1941. The celebrations of Independence Day started back in the 18th century during the time of the American Revolution. On 2nd July 1776 when the Continental Congress voted in favor of Independence and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. The written declaration stated that the American colonies were tired of being ruled by Great Britain.From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence. Before the declaration, America was part of the Kingdom of Great Britain. WAY OF CELEBRATION - Independence Day is celebrated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ce
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