A day marking the United States of America independence when the Second Continental Congress approved the wording of the revision o f the Declaration of Independence. The first vote too place two days earlier and John Adams wrote this:
The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epoch in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forever more.
He almost got it right, except for the day.
So, hope you all have a safe, happy Fourth of July.
I’m off to celebrate, and hopefully rain doesn’t spoil the fireworks.