Flags wave, grills fire up and fireworks light the night sky — the Fourth of July is here, bringing with it all the sights, sounds and flavors of summer’s biggest celebration. From backyard barbecues to community parades,

While July 4 is widely celebrated in the US, much of what students are taught about it leaves out the complexities of the nation's founding. This article uncovers five lesser-known truths: the actual vote for independence happened on July 2,

What is July 4 all about in the USA? On July 4, 2025, the United States of America (USA) commemorates Independence Day, marking 249 years since the nation's founding and its declaration of independence from British rule in 1776.