During this busy time of year filled with action-packed summer activities, it’s heartwarming to spend a day celebrating America’s independence from Great Britain on the Fourth of July! We remember those who fought for (and continue to fight for) our freedom and we are fortunate to call the United States of America our home.

Here are some fun Fourth of July facts to share with others. . .

•    The youngest of the signers of the Declaration of Independence was Thomas Lynch Jr. (27) and the oldest was Benjamin Franklin (70).
•    The initial date the resolution of independence was approved (in a closed session of Congress) was July 2, 1776.
•    Congress revised the declaration for final approval on July 4, 1776.
•    The only two signers of the Declaration of Independence who later served as U.S. Presidents were John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.
•    Every Fourth of July, the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is tapped (not actually rung) 13 times in honor of the original 13 colonies.

Enjoy your fun-filled day of patriotic parades, concerts, fireworks and cookouts and have a wonderful and safe Fourth of July!