This Friday Americans will celebrate their country’s independence with barbeques, parades and fireworks! But the 4th of July is more than just a summertime celebration with family and friends. We’ve compiled our favorite Independence Day fun facts just for you! Take a look at the list below and share with your friends!
Did You Know?
- Approximately 150 million hot dogs and 700 million pounds of chicken are consumed on this day.
- Every 4th of July the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is tapped (not actually rung) 13 times in honor of the original 13 colonies.
- The White House held its first 4th of July party in 1801.
- The first week of July is typically the busiest travel week of the year in the United States.
- The value of American flag imports in 2013 was $4 million.
- The stars on the original American flag were in a circle so all the Colonies would appear equal.
- Benjamin Franklin proposed the turkey as the national bird but was overruled by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, who recommended the bald eagle.
- There are more than 30 towns nationwide that have the word “Liberty” in their names.
- Launched in 1785, the 4th of July celebration in Bristol, RI is said to be the oldest and longest-running in the United States.
- This year marks the 38th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in New York City.
From everyone at LSA, we wish you and your families a safe and happy Independence Day!