Independence was realized ... Massachusetts was the first state to make Fourth of July a state holiday in 1781. That tradition began in Philadelphia July 4, 1777, according to the History ...
On July 4, 1776, the 13 colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the fourth of July, also known as ...
Counties and cities across Iowa may soon no longer be able to prohibit residents from lighting off fireworks on certain days.