>> Get my new course: The  2024! Visit:  and get the course! << The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, marks the U.S. independence from Great Britain on July 4, 1776, with the Declaration of Independence.  Celebrations: Parades: Marching bands, floats, and red, white, and blue attire. Barbecues: Traditional foods like hamburgers and hot dogs. Fireworks: Spectacular displays symbolizing historic battles. Flags: American flags and national colors. Concerts: Live music and family activities. For more episodes, and the full text, visit