From Revolution To Celebration: Why US Celebrates Its Independence Day On July 4​on July 4, 2025 at 5:53 am

American Independence Day: July 4 marks the day the U.S. adopted the Declaration of Independence in 1776, breaking away from British rule and laying the foundation for a nation built on freedom, equality, and democracy. American Independence Day: July 4 marks the day the U.S. adopted the Declaration of Independence in 1776, breaking away from British rule and laying the foundation for a nation built on freedom, equality, and democracy.