The most American of holidays is celebrated with parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the United States of America.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, starting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation.
Sites listed in this category reflect on the Fourth of July, including its history, cultural significance, and celebrations.
Sites especially for children are listed in Kids_and_Teens/People_and_Society/Holidays_and_Celebrations/Fourth_of_July.
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Patriotic MIDI files and U.S. historical documents.
An article by Pauline Maier explaining history and meaning of the Fourth of July.
Features free MP3 downloads of patriotic tunes and classical works that include them, as well as early American music.
A Christian perspective on the holiday. Learn about its history as well as what the Bible says about freedom and independence.
Features a history of the fourth of July from PBS.
Includes historic documents, quotations from the Founding Fathers, poems, song lyrics, and seasonal activities.
A virtual celebration of America's birthday.
Provides brief historical articles for children and adults, as well as links to historical documents. Graphics intensive.
Includes the story of Independence Day, the Declaration of Independence, virtual fireworks, and downloadables.
Free 4th of July screensavers, wallpapers, and graphics; also includes dozens of links to others patriotic sites on the 'Net.
Provides list of fireworks and other family-friendly festivities across the US on Independence Day.
Provides a brief history of the holiday, along with trivia and an overview of traditions.
Provides list of fireworks and other family-friendly festivities across the US on Independence Day.
An article by Pauline Maier explaining history and meaning of the Fourth of July.
Patriotic MIDI files and U.S. historical documents.
A Christian perspective on the holiday. Learn about its history as well as what the Bible says about freedom and independence.
Includes historic documents, quotations from the Founding Fathers, poems, song lyrics, and seasonal activities.
Provides a brief history of the holiday, along with trivia and an overview of traditions.
Features free MP3 downloads of patriotic tunes and classical works that include them, as well as early American music.
Free 4th of July screensavers, wallpapers, and graphics; also includes dozens of links to others patriotic sites on the 'Net.
Provides brief historical articles for children and adults, as well as links to historical documents. Graphics intensive.
Features a history of the fourth of July from PBS.
Includes the story of Independence Day, the Declaration of Independence, virtual fireworks, and downloadables.
A virtual celebration of America's birthday.
