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History | History

Independence Day: The Declaration's Civic Anthropology

The Founders displayed the power of man's rational nature, instead of merely asserting it.

History | History

Why George Washington Is Still the GOAT

As we celebrate the founding of the greatest country on God’s green earth, Russian president Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked and brutal invasion of Ukraine reminds us that all around the world, others are still struggling to shake off the yoke of imperial

News | News

PODCAST | Our Lives, Our Fortunes & Our Sacred Honor

LISTEN NOW | If you haven't seen it, the HBO series John Adams is a must-watch over the Independence Day weekend. It's a great depiction of what the Framers and the Founders – and the people of what is now the United States – went through in

History | History

Victor Davis Hanson: What the Fourth of July Was Not

Our national Fourth of July holiday—currently the nation’s 247th since the first in 1776—marks the birth of the United States. The iconic Declaration of…

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A Day That Changed The World

The world had seen nothing like it. Thirteen upstart British colonies were taking a stand against the most powerful military on the face of the planet. Of course, I am talking about the birth of the United States of America.

History | History

Independence Day: Fourth of July facts you may not know

Each year, Americans celebrate the Fourth of July. The occasion is in honor of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by Congress.

History | History

The History of Fourth of July Fireworks

The celebration of American Independence Day has never been small, subdued, or quiet. Here’s why the Fourth of July is illuminated with colorful displays in major cities, small towns, and backyards.

History | History

The American Revolution: your guide to the 18th-century war of independence

How close did the British come to winning? When did the French intervene? Discover these and other surprising facts you may not have know about the American Revolutionary War…

Food & Drink | Food & Drink

21 Festive Cocktails Perfect for Any Fourth of July Celebration

The right drink in your hand can truly make an Independence Day get-together memorable ― and we have you covered with refreshing summer sips that are sure to fit in with any spread.

Politics | Leftists Are Insane

Author and podcaster says 'F*** Fourth of July': 'The only independence I recognize is Juneteenth'

Author and podcaster Touré Neblett at The Grio says he does not recognize America's Independence Day — only that of Juneteenth. What are the details? In a highly critical editorial, Neblett said "F*** the Fourth of July" and that the only independence tha

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National Park Service Denies Independence Day Fireworks Display Request at Mount Rushmore

In an excuse-laden letter to South Dakota Tourism Department, the National Park Service regional director for the state denied a request...

Humor | Political Humor

How to Celebrate July 4 Without Getting Canceled for Glorifying White Supremacy

The United States of America turns 244 this weekend. Normally that would be cause for celebration, but not anymore, now that the prevailing cultural sentiment demands that athletes issue statements to explain why they didn't take a knee during the nationa

Politics | Politics

What Would Our Founding Fathers Think of America On Its 243rd Birthday?

On this our Constitutional Republic’s 243rd Birthday, let us consider what our Founding Fathers said about where the destructive and misguided progressives are leading us over the abyss of allowing our nation to fail.

Politics | Op-Ed

They Belong On the Mall: U.S. Armed Forces Are Defenders of Liberty, Not Tools of Oppression

Tanks on the Washington Mall? They aren't evidence of an impending military coup; they're a symbol of America's military and civilian awesomeness. A quick word on today's special guest star, the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank, before we get to the really juic

History | History

The Science of Saving the Declaration of Independence

How science helped—and harmed—efforts to preserve the U.S.'s founding documents.

Miscellaneous | Interesting Stuff

How Do Fireworks Actually Work? | Mental Floss

Test your knowledge with amazing and interesting facts, trivia, quizzes, and brain teaser games on MentalFloss.com.

Food & Drink | Food

Ultimate Guide to the Fourth of July | Food & Wine

We have designed the Ultimate Fourth of July Guide with hundreds of recipes that highlight barbecue, summer produce, patriotic dishes and more.

History | History

What Did the Founding Fathers Eat and Drink as They Started a Revolution?

They may not have been hosting a cookout, but they did know how to imbibe and celebrate

Politics | Newsmedia

Texas city to fly 40,000 flags on Independence Day | Fox News Video

Flags will be displayed in front of every home, business and place of worship in Irving; Nell Anne Hunt, founder of The Great Flag Caper, details the operation on 'Fox & Friends.'

Politics | Interesting Links

MERICA! Patriot who loves this country SO HARD writes most EPIC thread about Independence Day maybe EVER

This patriot GETS IT.

History | History

How Americans Celebrated Independence Day in 1777 | Mental Floss

July 4, 1776, may not be the day the Continental Congress declared their independence from England (that would be July 2). It's not even the day that signing of the Declaration began (that would be a month later and drag on for quite some time).

History | History

Why Did Yankee Doodle Call a Feather ‘Macaroni’?

Yankee Doodle went to town...Mm-hm, yeah.
Riding on a pony...Ok.
Stuck a feather in his cap and called it macaroni...Wait. What?

Miscellaneous | Chicago Events

4th of July fireworks: Where to watch fireworks in Chicago

Whether you want to see the sky lit up downtown or catch a suburban display, we've found the best place in Chicago to watch fireworks on the 4th of July.

Family & Parenting | Kids

Independence Day Parades, Fireworks, and 4th of July Events in LA

Looking for 4th of July activities in Los Angeles? From parades to fireworks: here are 20 Ways to Celebrate the Fourth of July in L.A.

History | History

Why We Set Off Fireworks On The Fourth Of July

Ever wondered why we set off those humungous kaleidoscopes of gunpowder in our sky each Fourth of July? Apparently, the history of fireworks in America is as old the country itself. On our first Independence Day celebration, held in Philadelphia ...

Miscellaneous | Chicago Events

Where to Watch Fireworks in Chicago on July 4, 2014

Here's where to get in the thick of the action—or try to stake out a secluded view of the light show over the lake.