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Fourth of July Spirit Through American History
The article traces Independence Day from the Lee resolution of 1776 to modern times, noting Adams and Jefferson, vague shifts in celebration, and the evolution toward safe and sane observances. It cites Buffalo, Springfield, and Armistice influences, arguing the day remains essential yet should retain its fighting spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Continental Congress
Philadelphia
Virginia
Richard Henry Lee
Great Britain
John Adams
America
Washington
Lincoln
John Bull
Uncle Sam
Buffalo
N. Y
Buffalo Journal
Eagle
Main Street
Court and
Eagle Streets
Washington and Frontier Guard
Western Literary and Scientific Academy
Buffalo Band
Sheldon Smith
Baptist Church
Mr. Shelton
St. Paul's
Sylvester Mathews
Chippewa
Mr. Eaton
Presbyterian Church
Civy
Sixty-fifth
Fillmore House
Yorktown
Lexington
Friendly Sons of St. Patrick
Sons of
Hrm
German Young Men
Lee
The
American Medical Association
Springfield
Mass
Chauncey M. Depew
United States of America