Independence Day
Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States and is celebrated each year on July 4th. It commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, effectively establishing the United States of America. The Founding Father delegates of the Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states.
The Delcaration of Independence was originally drafted by those who were called the Committee of Five; Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Roger Sherman, and William Livingston. Thomas Jefferson largely wrote it in isolation over 17 days between June 11, 1776, and June 28, 1776. The Congress had voted in favor of it on July 2nd, but did not actually complete the process of revising the Declaration of Independence until July 4, 1776.
I've long been a dedicated patriot who loves her country and am proud of the U.S.A. and all her accomplishments. I'm also thankful for our servicemen and women who were either drafted or volunteered to serve our country on behalf of her citizenry. I shed a tear as I remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. I am proud to wave, carry and fly Old Glory as a symbol of our freedom. It is because of my true love of country why I revere all the songs about America, which in essence, are poetry. I hope you enjoy just some of my offerings on this page dedicated to patriotism and our flag. God bless America!