The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, was a game-changer for the 13 American colonies. This bold move cut ...

From fireworks to typical clothing traditions, the Fourth of July has a long line of traditions with meaningful backgrounds.

On a hot, steamy day in Philadelphia, a group of delegates to the Continental Congress gathered to celebrate the final ...

The Tulsa chapter of the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution held their "Let Freedom Ring" ceremony to celebrate ...

It's the Fourth of July, and to commemorate the holiday, the Up First newsletter asked readers to share what freedom means to ...

Adams, Jefferson and other Founding Fathers enjoyed wild game and seasonal produce in Philadelphia's taverns during the ...

Booming fireworks, patriotic parades, and outdoor barbeques have become annual traditions, and many employees enjoy the day ...

The pursuit of that happiness and the respect for the history those words represent were on full display in Bennington and ...

The Declaration of Independence was originally drafted by former US President Thomas Jefferson in consultation with committee members such as John Adams.