Festivals Festivals Calendar Of Festivals Buddhist Christian Hindu Islam Jewish Sikh Passing Through Life Change And Renewal Family Festivals World Festivals Fun Festivals Seasonal Festivals Celebrating The Arts National Days One Special Day Other Beliefs Remembering The Past World Gatherings

Independence Celebrations Thousands of red, white, and blue balloons rise into the air. In the United States, every July 4 is a fun-filled holiday. But in 1976, the celebrations were unforgettable. They marked a milestone in American history - the 'Bicentennial', or 200th anniversary of independence from Great Britain. The Americans celebrate the Bicentennial   Previous: Back Book: Festivals Section: Festivals Chapter: One Special Day