Extra - History of the 4th of July

These flashcards cover significant facts and events related to July 4th, or Independence Day, as discussed in the Crash Course video.

What date is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States?

July 4th.

What significant event is commemorated on July 4th?

The Declaration of Independence from Great Britain.

What resolution was approved by the Continental Congress on July 2, 1776?

The Lee Resolution proposed by Richard Henry Lee.

Who famously wrote to his wife that July 2 should be celebrated?

John Adams.

When was the text of the Declaration of Independence approved?

July 4, 1776.

When did Americans start celebrating the Fourth of July?

As early as 1777.

What type of events were included in early Fourth of July celebrations?

Feasts, gun salutes, and fireworks.

When did Independence Day become a federal holiday?

It became an unpaid holiday in 1870 and a paid day off in 1938.

What is the largest fireworks display in the United States?

New York's fireworks display.

Which two presidents died on July 4, 1826?

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams.

What unique contest is held on July 4th in the U.S.?

The Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest.

What is the current world record for the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest?

68 hot dogs and buns in ten minutes.