The History and Significance of Independence Day in America

Independence Day is celebrated on July 4th and it is one of the most loved holidays in Every state in the USA. They celebrate July 4th, which is the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 that proclaimed American colonies’ independence from the British Empire. This day also reminds people of the struggle that the populace did for their freedom as well as the ideals and principles that the country stands for.

 

 

The Road to Independence

American Revolution was not a process that evolved overnight as many seem to think starting with the Declaration of Independence. The degree of revolution between the thirteen American colonies and Great Britain was on the rise for quite a long time and was preceded by a series of events and policy decisions of the British authorities. Direct taxation through the Stamp Act of 1765 and the Townshend Acts of 1767 through the taxation without representation,” irritated many Colonists to protest and even boycott the products.

As the birthplace of the Anglophone North American colonies’ discontent, the colonists participated in the First Continental Congress in 1774. To this end, this was a significant step since it was the first time a colonial matter was handled in a nowadays singular manner. But it was only in the ‘hostilities’ that commenced at Lexington and Concord in April 1775 that the struggle rose to the level of a war which may be clearly described as revolution.

The Declaration of Independence

At the same time, hostilities escalated; consequently, the Second Continental Congress began in May 1775. By the later part of the year, complete independence from England was in the pipeline as a feasible option. On the 11th of June in the same year, four delegates for forming the committee for drawing a formal declaration of independence were selected and Thomas Jefferson was one of the four who wrote the most important draft.

 

 

Therefore, on the 2nd of July 1776, the Continental Congress endorsed the resolution of independence while the Declaration of Independence was passed on April 4 of the independent year. This paper with its splendid preamble that presumed to declare the unalienable rights to life, liberty, and happiness brought with it the philosophy that underpinned the new nation. They knew that someday they were going to control themselves and not bend to the authority of the monarchy any longer.

Early Celebrations

The first celebrations of Independence Day were also rather impromptu and not at all like the now popular parade. It was read in the Provincial Capital of Philadelphia on July 8, 1776, and was followed by the firing of bells and a brass band. Fourth of July eventually turned into a day marked by specific celebrations such as bonfires, parades, and the marquee reading of the Declaration.

Independence has become a very important event and as early as the first decades of the nineteenth century people began observing this day as a civic holiday. July was considered a month with parades, band concerts, celebrations, and the sharing of thoughts about the country’s formation and core values. For people also, it was a good reminder of the struggle for the cause of liberty and equality which is still going on in the world today.

The Evolution of Independence Day

Festivals associated with Independence Day As a young nation, the people of the United States of America embraced festivities relating to the celebration of Independence Day as the nation developed so did the ways of celebrating the event. Gradually, the day began to evolve to be more structured with activities and benefits that were planned and performed publicly. Such traditions as fireworks, which were used since the early celebration, became the principal element of revels, representing the ‘rockets’ red glare’, mentioned in the anthem.

 

 

At the same time, Independence Day started to denote in other words and mixins During the African American civil rights movement in the 1950s to the 1960s, Independence Day took on certain symbolic meanings associated with freedom and liberation. Some sort of made it a day where they celebrated the military in an attempt to honor the ones being made by the people who wanted to give up our freedom by fighting for the nation. During the civil war and the world wars, it became a day of celebration for patriotism and unity for the nation.

Modern Celebrations

Presently it is observed more or less as a historic event with Purnima destroying the festive feel of Independence Day. Choosing a specific event depends on preference; there are parades, concerts, and fireworks displays to be enjoyed all over the country. There are great parades that mark the holiday in New York, Washington, D. C., Boston, and many others; these events enjoy a very huge reception as millions of people throng the venues to celebrate.

It often includes family celebrations, barbecues, and picnicking all of which would be incomplete without a holiday. Perhaps the most significant celebration of American culture, it combines the reunion of family members with historical memories during the warm months of summer. It has almost acted as the symbol of pride and spirit of the nation as well as the people of the nation.

The Significance of Independence Day

Is the Fourth of July just the anniversary of a specific event? Every day is a historical event but our country uses this particular day as a symbol of the principles the United States of America was founded upon. The ideas of democracy, freedom, and equality stated in the Declaration of Independence were evident and remain to be relevant today. However, such fearful and destructive images do not dominate the holiday but rather stress the continuation of the people’s struggle for the ideal’s complete implementation.
Not only this, but it also signifies togetherness for unity and a strong streak of determination in everyone’s heart. As stated in the preamble to the constitution, it was established in honor of the founders and courageous people who have kept on struggling to steer the nation forward.

 

 

Conclusion

America’s Independence Day is rich with various facets and is highly inclusive of history as well as other generations for progression. It is a day when people get to indulge in celebrations of the accomplishments of the nation, enjoy the frustrations of the same nation, and renew their allegiance to the values that define the American nation. With every single Independence Day celebration, the exploding of firecrackers provides light not only for the night but also for the spirit of the country’s freedom