How has
July 4th been observed over the years?
- In 1777, British officers noted the firing of 13 guns, once at morning and again as evening fell, on July 4 in Bristol, Rhode Island.
- In 1778, General George Washington marked the Fourth with a double ration of rum for his soldiers and an artillery salute.
- In 1779, the Fourth fell on a Sunday. The holiday was celebrated on Monday, July 5.
- In 1781, Massachusetts was the first legislature to recognize Independence Day.
- In 1791, First recorded under "Independence Day" name.[1]
- In 1870, the U.S. Congress made July 4 an unpaid holiday for federal employees.
Enjoy Independence Day! But if I were you, I'd avoid Washington's double ration of rum idea. Seeing how work comes early tomorrow.
How has July 4th been observed over the years?
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