Us Independence Day 2024 Facts. 10 fun facts about the 'fourth of july' the fourth of july is a day for barbecues, fireworks, and celebrating america's independence. Known for its cultural diversity and lack of an official language, the us hosts people speaking over 350 languages.

This special occasion of 4th july is marked as a federal holiday and commemorates the liberation of america from british rule. The day commemorates the adoption of the declaration of independence signed by all 13 colonies that marked the beginning of america’s independence from the british rule.