How Did The Fouth Of July Become 'The Fireworks Holiday?'

The video explores the tradition of celebrating American independence with fireworks on July 4th. It traces the origins back to 1776 when John Adams envisioned grand celebrations. The first formal celebration occurred in Philadelphia, and Boston was the first to make it a holiday. Despite some attempts to curb the tradition due to safety concerns, fireworks remain a popular way to celebrate, with Americans spending over $1.5 billion annually.

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