4th of July: USA national holiday
The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day in the United States, is a holiday that celebrates the country’s independence from British rule. This happened on July 4, 1776, when leaders from the thirteen American colonies agreed to the Declaration of Independence. This important document, mainly written by Thomas Jefferson, announced that the colonies were breaking away from Britain to form their own country based on freedom and self-government.
Before this, the colonies were unhappy with how Britain was treating them, especially with unfair taxes and laws. Tensions grew, and by 1775, fighting had already started between the colonies and British forces. The decision to declare independence marked the official start of the American Revolutionary War, which lasted until 1783 when the colonies finally won their freedom.
July 4th became a symbol of this victory and the birth of the United States. Today, Americans celebrate the day with fireworks, parades, barbecues, and other festivities that show their national pride.
France has a connection to the 4th of July because it helped the American colonies during the Revolutionary War. The French provided soldiers, ships, and money, which were crucial in defeating the British. The ideas of liberty and freedom from the American Revolution also inspired the French Revolution a few years later.
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