Happy Independence Day!

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BOSTON – JULY 4: A girl cheers as confetti falls as the end of the Independence Day celebrations near the Edward A. Hatch Memorial Shell along the Charles River Esplanade in Boston on July 4, 2016. (Photo by Keith Bedford/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

The American Revolution was initiated by the thirteen original colonies, against the Kingdom of Great Britain. The American people objected to Parliament’s direct taxation and its lack of colonial representation. The overthrow of British rule established the United States of America as the first republic in modern history extending over a large territory.

On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence. On July 4th, 1776, the thirteen colonies adopted Thomas Jefferson’s historic document, the Declaration of Independence. On September 3, 1783, the Treaty of Paris was signed between Great Britain and the United States, recognizing the United States, and making peace between the two nations. The American Revolution formally ended. Since then, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues.

It is estimated that between 25,000 – 70,000 patriots sacrificed their lives to bring Independence to this great nation.

This message of freedom was brought to you by the American Legion Post 2001. We are currently accepting new members. Please email alpost2001@gmail.com for more information.

Sources:

https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/july-4th

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Revolutionary_War

American Legion Post 2001, Ashburn, Virginia participates in Independence Day Parade

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On Thursday, July 4, 2019, comrades from American Legion, Leonard W. Kidd Post 2001 from Ashburn, Virginia, celebrated Independence Day! And Leesburg, Virginia hosted their 10th annual Independence Day parade! The parade started at Ida Lee Park, traveled down King Street and concluded at Fairfax Street. This year’s parade also featured the 10th annual Patriot’s Cup Competition, sponsored by the Loudoun Now newspaper. This award went to the best parade entry; winners’ names will be engraved on the Patriot Cup, which will be on display at Town Hall for the remainder of the year.

Back this year is the American Originals Fife and Drum Corps, sponsored by Toth Financial. This traditional corps added patriotic sound to the parade and is a favorite among parade viewers. The group performed at the intersection of King and Market Street as a prelude to the parade.

And after the parade, Concert & Fireworks at Ida Lee Park.

American Legion Post 2001 Past Commander Chuck Loomis youngest grandson Sean (2) with Norman Duncan (100), only remaining member of Ike’s WWII staff.