Happy Birthday USA!
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We are 244 years old!
On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, a document written by Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Richard Sherman, and Benjamin Franklin. John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail that this action will be celebrated by "succeeding Generations" with "Pomp and Parade...Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other."
What a wonderful prediction! And John Adams was exactly right! We celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks and parades and picnics.
Another interesting fact: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson would both pass away on July 4, 1826 - on the day of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
You can find many fascinating facts about the history of the Fourth of July by going to History.com website:
So put up your American flag, listen to the music of The Star Spangled Banner, spend time with family, and enjoy some fireworks! We are together in this!
See you on Monday!
