Fireworks have a variety of meanings across the world, but with the overall symbol being of joy, celebration and good news. Experts believe that fireworks were unexpectedly invented over 2,000 years ago in China when bamboo thrown into fire exploded and made a loud sound. This sound was believed to ward off evil and was from that day on used for happy occasions.
Fireworks are today used for different reasons across the world including on the 4th July for the declaration of Independence of the United States.
Why do Americans celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks?
By the 1700s, pyrotechnics had already been using fireworks for hundreds of years for special occasions and celebrations. In America they were popular fixtures in thanksgiving celebrations and to mark national triumphs.
American people were given a further incentive to celebrate with fireworks in 1776 after the independence from the British Empire and following John Adams’ (leader of the American revolution) letter to his wife which read that July 4th must be celebrated with “pomp and parade, with shews, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other from this time forward forevermore”
A year later on July 4th 1777, the first formal display of fireworks was set off in Philadelphia.
How is the 4th of July celebrated?
Independence Day is very commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, picnics and family reunions.
Although this is an American celebration, over the years more and more people around the world have begun to celebrate. Including in the UK with the US expat community, US citizens who are working in the UK, and even UK citizens who love a reason to celebrate with family and friends.
Each year, people in the UK celebrate by enjoying food at American-themed restaurants and attending garden parties and local firework displays.
If there aren’t any celebrations happening in your area then why not host your own Independence day themed party with a selection of fireworks, we’ve got some ideas for you below.
Different types of fireworks for celebrating on the 4th July
Image above: Independence Day Firework by Black Cat Fireworks
Here at Jordan’s Fireworks we have an excellent range of star spangled 4th of July fireworks. We have specially selected Independence Day Pack 1 and Independence Day Pack 2 display firework packs which have a minimum viewing distance of 25 metres.
We also have a wide range of our popular single ignition fireworks and large rockets.
If you’d like to simply celebrate in your garden at home, we also offer a great range of garden fireworks and sparklers so you commemorate the day.
We have several American companies with US personnel based near to us, and many US customers visit our Leamington Spa store to collect their 4th of July Fireworks. However, for our wonderful customers who do not live close to our store, we deliver nationwide so you can celebrate in a bold way.
Search from our spectacular range of 4th of July Fireworks or if you’d like to discuss your requirements and would like us to suggest some fireworks to create a beautiful spectacle to suit your budget, call us on 01926 421 330 to speak to one of our friendly team members.
