July 4th,1776, the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence. July 4th, 2023, will mark 246 years since that great achievement. The tradition of setting off fireworks in celebration of this country’s independence from Great Britain began in Philadelphia in 1777. What caused nationwide celebrations that have endured to this day? If you remember your U. S. History, freedom and “ WE the People” should come to mind. After New Hampshire became the ninth state to ratify the Constitution on June 21, 1788, the First Federal Congress convened March 4, 1789. The Senate passed its first bill on …