Independence Day
Traditions
Traditions
In many American cities these colorful displays are a central part of 4th of July celebrations.
Fireworks
This Founding Father was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence.
Thomas Jefferson
This bird was chosen as the national symbol of the United States in 1782.
Bald Eagle
Macy's hosts one of the largest 4th of July fireworks displays over the harbor in this city.
New York City
When President Reagan went into surgery after the assassination attempt, he asked one clarifying question to the surgeon.
Are you a Republican?
These red, white, and blue frozen treats are popular for cooling off during 4th of July celebrations.
Popsicles
This Founding Father known for his large signature on the Declaration of Independence.
John Hancock
A gift from France, this statue stands in New York Harbor and is a symbol of freedom and democracy.
Statue of Liberty
This landmark on the National mall is the backdrop for a major 4th of July fireworks display in Washington D.C.
Washington Monument
This state has the largest number of votes in the electoral college.
California
This annual competition features contestants eating as many hot dogs as possible in 10 minutes.
Coney Island
He was the second President of the United States and an advocate for independence at the Continental Congress.
John Adams
This flower was designated the national flower of the United States in 1986.
Rose
These fireworks create a loud explosion on colorful display in the sky.
Aerial Shells
This President is credited with creating the Interstate Highway system.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
US Military bases celebrate Independence Day with this gun salute at noon.
Salute to the Nation
This Founding Father was known for his diplomatic work in France during the American Revolution.
Benjamin Franklin
This lawyer and poet wrote the lyrics to "The Star-Spangled Banner" in 1814.
Francis Scott Key
The first Independence Day fireworks were set off in 1777 in this Northeastern city.
Philadelphia
Name the four U.S. Presidents that are carved into Mt. Rushmore.
George Washington,
Theodore Roosevelt,
Thomas Jefferson,
Abraham Lincoln
In this Alaskan city, Independence Day is celebrated with a unique race up and down Mount Marathon.
Seward
This Founding Father was the first Secretary of the treasury and is featured on the $10 bill.
Alexander Hamilton
Found on U.S. currency, the motto "E Pluribus Unum" means this.
"Out of many, one"
This patriotic march by John Philip Sousa is played during 4th of July fireworks displays.
The Stars and Stripes Forever
1845