Fourth of July

Fourth of July 2005
This press release from the Federal Government has links to a plethora of facts related to celebrating the Fourth !
"On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, starting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country."
Link to information about hotdogs, fireworks, flags, demographics, and more !

and from PBS, Fireworks the companion Web site to the Nova program originally broadcast on January 29, 2002. This explosive NOVA presents the colorful history of pyrotechnics and reveals how hi-tech firing systems are transforming public displays into a dazzling, split-second science.

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July everyone !