California experienced its first celebration of American Independence Day on July 4, 1847, from a hill overlooking Los Angeles. Early that morning, at sunrise, U.S. occupational troops stationed at Fort Moore, commanded by 2nd Lieutenant John W. Davidson, 1st U.S. Dragoons, raised the stars and stripes with a 13-gun artillery salute.
The Fourth of July— known as Independence Day or July 4th— a federal holiday in the United States since 1941; tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. July 2nd, 1776, Continental Congress voted for independence, two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts, family gatherings and barbecues.
Join friends and family in the UUFSD Core area for Supper, hot dogs, hamburgers, with an array of traditional July 4th food and a variety Vegan/Vegetarian dishes. Grilling time begins at 6:30 P.M. culminated by watching the Impressive Fireworks visible from our site.
Bring Lawn chairs, a sweater, a dish to share and a really good appetite. Sign up in the Core area.
Posted by Louise Garrett