Summer is around the corner, which means Independence Day is on its way in the United States. The holiday marks America's separation from Great Britain. From 1775 to 1783, 13 British colonies in North America fought a war of independence to establish a new nation: the United States of America. Independence Day is also known as "The Fourth of July" since it occurs on July 4th. On July 4, 1776, the colonies announced their separation from Great Britain. The federal holiday commemorates the sacrifices of our Founding Fathers in order to establish what we now recognize as the United States of America. It is a day filled with impressive fireworks, lively parades, public readings of the Declaration of Independence, concerts, picnics, and family gatherings. Some communities hold fairs for families to attend and celebrate together. Many households proudly display the American flag outside their front door. For most Americans, this holiday provides an opportunity to celebrate the foundations of American nationalism as well as enjoy the company of friends and family. Americans look forward to this special day with its showcases of national pride, feasting, and outdoor activities.
My family has many Independence Day traditions. Every year on Independence Day, we wake up early to bake, cook, and barbecue. We spend the entire morning cooking some of our favorite meals. After participating in the culinary traditions of the holiday, all seven of us hit the road and heads towards the Mall of Georgia. During Independence Day, this mall hosts a number of spectacular events. For example, the mall is known for its Independence Day fireworks, concerts, and festival for kids. It is a great family-oriented way to celebrate the holiday especially for a family as big as mine. After watching the fireworks, we return home exhausted and curl up on the couch with a rented movie. Independence Day is celebrated in numerous ways, but celebrations generally occur outdoors. These outdoor celebrations make the 4th of July the perfect holiday to venture outside and witness the attractions.
As a nationally celebrated holiday, Independence Day offers Americans an opportunity to celebrate the birth of our nation. The public parading of national pride, outdoor celebrations, and fireworks are a magnificent sight to behold. The day allows people to reflect on what the Founding Fathers did in order to establish the nation. The diverse nature of Independence Day celebrations reflects the diversity of our nation as well as the creativity of its people .