It is one of the most evocative works from the American Civil War: A sculpture of a Black man who had escaped from slavery helping an injured White Union soldier lost in hostile territory.

Fireworks remain at the center of Independence Day, a holiday 247 years in the making.

4th of July: Why do we set off fireworks? American history lesson from July 4, 1776 Safety first on the Fourth: From the days of the American Revolution to the holiday booms.

When did Fourth of July become a federal holiday? Some Americans began celebrating the very same year, though the practice wouldn’t become widespread until the aftermath of the War of 1812.

Happy 4th of July! Here's the history of how the holiday began and where to celebrate in Sheboygan County this year.

Happy 4th of July! Here's the history of how the holiday began and where to celebrate in Fond du Lac County this year.

4th of July: Why we celebrate and where to see fireworks and events in Winnebago County Learn why we celebrate, and then go out and enjoy these Oshkosh-area events ...

Discover which attractions and establishments are open on the Fourth of July in Washington for your holiday plans.

Here's what you need to know about whether banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx will be open or closed on July 4.

And this year, 250 years since the start of the Revolutionary War, Massachusetts has hosted several celebratory events commemorating the American Revolution's semiquincentennial.

Although written during the War of 1812, “The Star-Spangled Banner” celebrates America’s spirit of independence. Francis Scott Key wrote the song after witnessing the bombardment of Fort ...