Fourth of July
On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the "land of the free and the home of the brave" so they can begin their American Dream.
Independence
1765-1773The British Parliament bypasses colonial assemblies and imposes several internal and external taxes on the outraged colonists.
Dec. 16, 1773
The colonial response to taxation without representation culminates in the Boston Tea Party. The Sons of Liberty dump 342 chests of tea into Boston harbor.
Sept. 5, 1774
Delegates begin meeting for the First Continental Congress and agree to send grievances to King George III.
April 19, 1775
Armed conflict between the colonists and British redcoats begins in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts.
May 10, 1775
A Second Continental Congress begins meeting in Philadelphia.
June 11, 1776
The Continental Congress appoints a five-man committee, including Thomas Jefferson, to draft a declaration of independence.
June 28, 1776
The committee presents the declaration for debate and revision.
July 4, 1776
The Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence without dissent.
Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate that freedom and independence with barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. Through the Internet we are learning about and communicating with people of different nations, with different languages and different races throughout the world. Bringing the world closer with understanding and knowledge can only benefit all nations.
“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
