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By the time of the American Revolution, fireworks had long played a part in celebrating important events, having originated in China some 2,000 (or so) years ago. It was natural that not only John Adams, but also many of his countrymen, should think of fireworks when Independence was declared.
The very first celebration of Independence Day was in 1777, six years before Americans knew whether the new nation would even survive the war...and fireworks were a part of that celebration.
There are a number of fireworks displays scheduled all over the country; several of them are listed HERE.
I'll be spending a long weekend in Virginia.
I will have some fireworks with me...
posted by camojack | 01:18
15 Comments:
Jack, you're a "firecracker" all by yourself...is there any need for you to bring more? :-)
Have fun in VA, and be safe, my friend. Enjoy our independence, and praise God for it!
Happy Birthday America!
Many happy returns of the day.
Let me join bunny in wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday!
When are they going to make the fourth a Monday holiday anyway? C'mon legislators, get on the stick!
Great post Camo and yes GM truly do TA!
'da Bunny:
Need for more, no.
Desire for more, yes...
boberin:
The 4th of July was a Monday holiday...just last year.
(Heh, heh...)
Yeah, I guess it was at that. Not very practical but a much tidier way to go about it
Let me add my wishes for a safe and enjoyable trip. They tell me the fireworks business is "booming". I'm sure you'll get a "bang" out of your celebration. I always get a "charge" out of fireworks displays... they add a lot of "sparkle" to a summer's night.
(:D) Regards...
Hawkeye®:
What "set you off"? You're all "fired" up...
Libby Gone™:
I missed responding to you...thanks.
Happy $th Jack
And let me thank you for your participation and your comrades participation to make it possible to continue this celebration of our freedoms and the birth of this fabulous country we live in.
Stay SAFE!!
err 4TH
Considering that the proponents of the "nanny state" are feverishly removing jungle gyms, slides, helter-skelters, and other fun acoutrements from the nation's playgrounds, lest some child skin their knee, can fireworks be far behind on the list of "Things to Ban"?
How's that for a run-on sentence?
In one episode of the "Mythbusters" series, they proved that a bullet fired straight up will not return to earth with enough gravitational force to be lethal. Those accidental deaths we hear hear about from celebratory firearms discharges are due to the bullets traveling in a ballistic arc.
So, a word to the wise. If you're going to celebrate with your AK-47, make sure the barrel is perfectly 90° straight up, and allow for the windage.
Have a happy Independence Day!
Hear hear? Here, here! Note to self: proofreading and preview are your friends.
Possumtrot:
I was actually in attendance at a fireworks display where someone got immolated, basically. This happened 20-30 feet from where I was sitting; something didn't ignite until it landed, essentially, right on top of them.
Pretty dangerous stuff...
Late to the party, as usual...
My family and I just returned from a seven state tour, which included visits to the Mammoth Caves, Bourbon Distilleries, natural wonders galore, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Biltmore House, the Ralph Stanley Museum and more!
But no fireworks...
Have a great time in VA!
Now that the day is here, let me add my voice to the chorus....
Happy Birthday America!
We are truly blessed to live in this great land.
Have a great trip Jack, and as always, be safe.
Will be looking for details from you at your place Beerme.
We are truly blessed to live in this (used to be) great land.
Ho hum ...
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