The Declaration of Independence was a document written by Thomas Jefferson and approved by the Continental Congress. It declared that the 13 American colonies were no longer subject to British rule and were now united, free, and independent states.

The first organized celebration of Independence Day took place in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777. There were bonfires, speeches, and a 13-gun salute. The tradition of setting off fireworks on the Fourth of July began that year as well.

Independence Day celebrations became more elaborate in the years following the American Revolution. By the early 1800s, it was common for towns and cities to hold parades, concerts, and other public events. Fireworks displays also became increasingly popular.

The Fourth of July continued to be an important holiday throughout the 19th century. It was a time for Americans to come together and celebrate their nation's independence. In the years leading up to the Civil War, the Fourth of July became even more symbolic as a time to reaffirm the ideals of American democracy.

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