Free Fourth of July Clipart
80It's that time of year again -- the Fourth of July! Children use it as an excuse to set sparklers on fire and run through the streets while their parents throw BBQs, but as we know, there's a much more serious meaning to this holiday.
The free Fourth of July clipart below will help you commemorate Independence Day, and decorate party invitations and place cards, and the story below about the origins of the July 4th celebration will remind you why we're celebrating in the first place.
This clipart was created with the premium version of Picnik, the free online graphics program anyone can use. I highly recommend Picnik for photo editing and all kinds of image fun.
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Then, if you have a PC, just right-click and save the final version of the artwork to your hard drive.
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The History Behind the 4th of July
People had to work very hard in the 13 colonies that comprised mid-1700s America. It was a difficult life. With no established infrastructure, the early settlers who had come from England to start new lives had to scratch and fight just to stay alive. There was bitter cold in the winter and little food, and they had to depend on each other just to get through each day. So when taxes from England were piled on top of their already heavy burden, it rankled. Over time, this burden became too much. The growing colonies yearned to be free of the obligations of being British citizens and owing allegiance to King George.
The colony of Virginia was the first to move toward independence by voting to set up the First Continental Congress to represent the colonies. This groundbreaking committee met for the first time in September 1774. They outlined their complaints against the king, which became the first draft of a document that would separate the colonies from England once and for all. This caused a war with the British in Massachusetts. George Washington took command of the Continental Army and for eight years many colonists gave their lives in the Revolutionary War.
While the war was still being fought, on July 2, 1776, the Second Continental Congress was convened to debate a second draft of the list of grievances against the British crown. John Hancock, who was the president of the Second Continental Congress, was the first to sign the final draft. This document, which was so aptly named the Declaration of Independence, was considered treason against Britain. It was so revolutionary; the 56 signers were in danger of being executed for treason.
The Continental Congress adopted and signed the final draft on July 4, 1776, even though the Revolutionary War raged on until 1783. When the war finally ended, July 4 was named "Independence Day" and made an official United States holiday. It wasn't until 1941 that Congress made the 4th of July a federal holiday.
So, there's a quick reminder of why we celebrate. I hope it helps you enjoy the holiday all the more!
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Fourth of July in the News
- Chase Dropping Sponsorship Of July Fourth FireworksKIRO 7 Seattle-Tacoma1 second ago
SEATTLE -- Chase bank, the sponsor of the only big fireworks show left over downtown Seattle, said Thursday it won't pay for them again next year. Before this past July Fourth, two fireworks shows would blast over Seattle at the same time, one over Elliott Bay and one over Lake Union.
- Fourth of July partying leaves some in Canarsie reelingYourNabe.com1 second ago
Residents of southern Canarsie were unwilling witnesses to a rip-roaring Fourth of July at their local recreational areas.
- CHS band marches in D.C.’s Fourth of July ParadeArkansas News Bureau1 second ago
The Cabot High School Band and flag line marched in this year’s Fourth of July Parade in Washington, D.C. Band director Joe Trusty said the band enjoys a standing invitation to be in the parade, which drew more than 250,000 people to the nation’s capital to celebrate Independence Day. Band members had time to [...]
- UGA's fourth Countdown to Kickoff set for July 18AccessNorthGA5 hours ago
ATHENS -- The fourth annual Countdown to Kickoff charity event presented by Seacrest Partners, featuring former Georgia football standouts and current NFL players, is slated for July 18 at the University of Georgia's Woodruff Practice Fields from 3-6 p.m.
- Pismo, Arroyo set to celebrate Fourth of JulyThe Times Press Recorder60 minutes ago
Whether you’re looking for an old-fashioned, patriotic Fourth of July celebration or a day at the beach complete with live entertainment and a public fireworks display, the Five Cities has a little something for everyone on Independence Day.
- Fourth of July Parade a grand and glorious eventThe Capital9 hours ago
The Greater Severna Park Chamber of Commerce held its 35th annual Independence Day Parade on Saturday. Sharon Lee Tegler — For The Capital Kinder Farm Park 4H club members and animals round the corner of Riggs Avenue and Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard behind one of three tractors with more animals on board, as a part of the Fourth of July parade.
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Comments
Thanks, Eileen! Yes, we Americans love our flag. :-)
Good refresher about the history of it all. People get never reflect on it as much as they should when their driving drunk and blowing things up on the 4th.
Bueller's Way -- You're right. History takes a back seat when beer and fireworks enter the picture.
Very cool! Thanks for sharing. Love the flags!
Thanks, CarolinaMama!













Eileen Hughes says:
13 months ago
Brilliant clip art. That is something we have always noticed about the americans. Their dedication to the flag and what it means to everyone. Thanks for that