Happy Fourth of July!
- Posted by Beth on July 3rd, 2006 filed in General, Support the Troops, Things I Love
Tags: Independence Day, Fourth of July, God bless America
On July 4, 1776, our Nation’s Founders declared “That these United Colonies are, and of Right, ought to be free and Independent States.” This declaration marked a great milestone in the history of human freedom. On the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we pay tribute to the courage and dedication of those who created this country, and we celebrate the values of liberty and equality that make our country strong.
The patriots of the Revolutionary War acted on the beliefs that “all men are created equal” and “that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.” By advancing these ideals, generations of Americans have unleashed the hope of freedom for people in every corner of the world.
As we celebrate our independence, Americans can take pride in our history and look to the future with confidence. We offer our gratitude to all the American patriots, past and present, who have sought to advance freedom and lay the foundations of peace. Because of their sacrifice, this country remains a beacon of hope for all who dream of liberty and a shining example to the world of what a free people can achieve. May God continue to bless the United States of America.
National Archives: Declaration of Independence
National Archives: Resources on the American Revolution
Geek Fireworks Guide (photography, DIY, etc.)
Mark Steyn: You’re a Grand Old Flag, Independence (and How to Use It)
Lee Greenwood’s God Bless the USA video below the fold…because Firefox and Opera love to autoplay, and I hate it when music and video autoplay on websites.
stevensieragreg says:
HAPPY 2ND INDEPENDENCE DAY AMERICA, the first one America celebrated on the death of a maniac Zarqawi. So, ENNNNNNNNJOY !
Elvis says:
Hey Bethany,
Just wanted to stop in and say Hi! I still love ya, and wish you the best Independence day evah.
Cheers, Elvis
Doc says:
Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA” still brings tears to my eyes. Happy Birthday America from the good folks in Tennessee.
Love the site. The fight against terror is a fight were “failure” is not an option.
Feed the Eagles and Let’s Roll!!!!
Hardcore Conservative says:
It really bothers me that people go around wishing each other “happy fourth of July” it’s almost like they are forgetting what the day is about and the people that fought and died to get us our freedom and to keep us free
Alabama Improper says:
Happy 4th Beth. Have a great one. Be safe.
Martin says:
Happy Fourth Beth!
Mart
Wild Thing says:
Hi Beth, I love you post for the 4th.
I tried to trackback and it would not let me.
Have a wonderful Independence Day and thank you for all
you do Beth!!
Mark Krauss says:
Happy Independence day!
raz0r says:
Hope you & Little Princess have a happy July 4th.
beth says:
Have a great Independence Day!
reverse_vampyr says:
Full of pride and thanks
Ok, so I’m a patriotic sap. But this day always gets to me.
Here’s a very good letter from our Commander in Chief. And this bit of eloquence from Zell Miller’s 2004 remarks to the RNC.