American Heritage
This Independence Day, Proudly Give Thanks for the Blessing of Living in America
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13 hrs. agoAfter America declared its independence from Great Britain, John Adams wrote a letter to his wife Abigail, sharing his belief that the day was worthy of annual celebration: I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, . . .
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