4th of July

Pulling Down the Statue of George III at Bowling Green in Lower Manhattan, oil painting (reproduction) by William Walcutt, 1857

A break from news today. Instead here is a site with fun facts about Independence Day from www.USA.gov.  

Find facts about the history of the holiday, information on fireworks safety, laws and celebrations, and tips to make your July 4th fun and safe.

• Declaration of Independence
• Today in History – July 4
• Fun Facts About July 4
• U.S. Flag History and Facts
• American Recipes
• Patriotic Melodies
• Historical Documents
• Help Your Country
• Travel and Recreation in the U.S.

Fireworks

• Firework Laws by State
• Fireworks Safety
• National Mall Celebration
• Find Celebrations at National Parks

Summer Safety Tips

• Cookout and Summer Food Safety
• Travel Safety
• Pool and Hot Tub Safety
• Boating Safety
• Skin Cancer Prevention
• Campfire Safety