Fireworks Origins
The modern displays that we know today originally came from China. The very earliest forms came from a discovery almost 2,000 years ago when people would heat bamboo stalks until they blackened and exploded under the pressure of heated air inside them.
The Real Independence Day?
The Declaration of Independence was announced on July 4th, though the formal signing didn’t occur until August 2nd, and the colonies actually voted to accept it on July 2nd. So you may wonder – what day is the real Independence Day?
John Adams, who first proposed the idea of declaring independence from England, wrote a famous letter to his wife, Abigail, about how he believed July 2nd would be a day that was remembered and celebrated in America for years to come. Apparently everyone else remembered otherwise…
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Happy 4th of July! On July 4, 1776, 13 colonies declared their independence from England, and this day is now known as Independence Day. What better way to celebrate Independence than with some great memes and funny photos? Here are some of the best memes for the holiday this year.
Firework Videos Inspire Numerous Memes
Today, a big part of the Independence Day tradition involves celebrating with fireworks displays. BBQ is also a delicious part of the Fourth of July tradition, but fireworks really seem to be the event that pulls everyone together. They also provide the inspiration for numerous memes.
Does anyone ever actually rewatch fireworks videos from the year before?
What’s the difference between a duck and George Washington?
One has a bill on his face, and the other has his face on a bill.
Where did George Washington get the ax to cut down a cherry tree?
The chopping mall.
What did they call George Washington’s home when he had mice?
Mount Vermin.
Which Founding Father is a dog’s favorite?
Bone Franklin.
What was Thomas Jefferson’s favorite dessert?
Monti-Jell-O.
Who was the funniest person in George Washington’s army?
Laugh-ayette.
Which colonists told the best jokes?
Pun-sylvanians.
Why were early Americans like ants?
They lived in colonies.
What did King George III think of the colonists?
He thought they were revolting.
What ghost haunted King George III?
The spirit of ’76.
Why doesn’t fire get to enjoy a day off on the Fourth of July?
Because fire works.
What did the little firecracker say to the bigger firecracker?
“Hi, Pop.”
What do you call eating pie on the Fourth of July?
Pastry-otic.
How did one flag greet another flag?
It waved.
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Speaking of travels, I heard that when Marco Polo first opened the trade routes to China, he was quite impressed with their rockets. Now, these weren’t quite the fireworks we now know, but they did shoot into the air, explode and make some pretty patterns.
Strangely, no matter where he went, there were people who made fireworks, but he had trouble finding someone to demonstrate them for him.
“Not here!” they said. …very confusing. Until ol’ Marc came upon an ancient military fortification at the community of Chu’Lai. Here, fireworks were launched every night, and Marc was very impressed!
But still he wondered, “Why here?” At the end of every week, people came from great distances, bringing their own fireworks to launch. So Marco Polo asked his guide why everyone came here to launch their fireworks.
Marc’s guide replied: “Why honored Sir, … We always set off fireworks on the Forts of Chu’Lai”