Sheridan, Wyoming, is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States with a range of events and activities. The city’s Fourth of July celebrations have been a long-standing tradition, with parades, fireworks, and community gatherings.

History of the Fourth of July

The Continental Congress passed a resolution on July 2, 1776, declaring the United Colonies to be free and independent states. This resolution, presented by Richard Henry Lee of Virginia, marked the beginning of the United States as an independent nation.

John Adams, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, wrote to his wife that the day would be celebrated by future generations with pomp and parade, shows, games, sports, bells, bonfires, and munitions from one end of the continent to the other.

Sheridan’s Celebrations

In the past, Sheridan has marked the Fourth of July with grand celebrations. In 1890, the city’s Fire Department organized a parade, baseball game, and picnic, which was attended by a large crowd. The event was considered one of the most successful in the city’s history, with perfect order and good feeling prevailing throughout.

Today, Sheridan continues to celebrate the Fourth of July with community events, including parades, fireworks, and patriotic ceremonies. The city’s residents come together to mark the anniversary of the United States’ independence and to honor the country’s founding principles.

Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.