I don't like the 4th of july .I believe it's celebrating war in a way . Do you agree ?

Question

ok the fireworks represent war .

Answer 1

My answer is very long, you don't have to read it but I hope that you do and e-mail me if you still have a different point of view on this subjcect. I disagree, however not strongly. You are right that it is celebrating war but in a way. Just like everyone else that answer your questions they are all stating good reasons as to why this is a celebration. See during the Revolutionary War us Americans or our forefathers were fighting for our individuality. They were fighting for the ability to reconize themselves as an individal country with our own laws, our own religions, own land etc. But Great Britain didn't want us to seperate from them in any way whatsoever. They began taxing and sending their laws to be effective here, but of course we didn't want that. We began protesting, they raised taxes, we began taking things to the extreme such as the Boston Tea Party, they released the intolerable acts and the punishments to protestng to that was being tarred and feathered, hence the war. The celebration came from one battle when we fought with Britain on land and sea, defending a fort. That battle cost thousands of casualties, on both sides but it still seemed that Great Britain was winning. However, we never gave up. A Britain poet was captured during the battle and was watching it through his cell gates. The battle lasted all day and all night, and the poet was suprised yet inspired by our forefathers dedication to be an independent country. Because even though the battle seemed lost for the Americans the poet was amazed that our flag was still waving through night and it was seen every time rockets and bombs exploded through the night sky. The flag still waving even though things seemed grim caused the poet to write a poem about their bravery which will be remembered forever. The poem was later translated into a song which you now know it as the Star Spangled Banner. The fireworks still represent our country's freedom and also showed the beauty of our flag and the bravery of our men. It is celebrating war in a way, but it isn't negative and it doesn't promote it.

Answer 2

First of all, I don't believe that fireworks represent war. Pyrotechnics are an art form that are used for entertainment purposes. I don't think parents would take their kids to go watch a war. They take them to see fireworks because they are exciting and entertaining. Independence Day celebrates the separation of the United States from Great Britain. It doesn't promote or endorse war in any way. The Fourth of July isn't a celebration of the Revolutionary War, however it is a celebration of the freedoms that the founders of this country originally outlined in the Declaration of Independence.

Answer 3

Actually, it is a celebration of our declaring independence from England, not the war or wars that followed. We actually ended up celebrating on July fourth because that was when the document was signed. I believe that we actually declared it earlier, then the official document was written by Thomas Jefferson to send over to the King of England. It's been too long since I studied that part of history, but the war started after that until 1783 or so (like I said, I can't remember and don't have the time to look it up now). If you don't like the freedoms that our forefathers fought and died for, move to England-oh wait, they were fighting wars way before us. War is horrible, and I don't think ordinary people want it, except maybe defense contractors and such. War brought Germany and the U.S. out of the Great Depression. War, unfortunately, is a fact of life for most of the planet and the human race. I am a pacifist, but I realize the need for national defense and believe in peace through strength. Maybe someday we as a people will end war, but realistically I don't think that will ever happen. I'll get off of my soapbox, but July fourth is not a celebration of war.

Answer 4

No!! I don't agree. You totally misunderstand what Independence day is all about. You must be young and weren't taught this in school! If you are interested, you should look up the history of *why*we celebrate Independence day...we became independent from England's rule so long ago. It was a fight from Englands or the King's *tyranny* to opose rules and tax when we wanted to be free and an Independent nation!!! the 4th of July isn't celebrating war..War is hell. It's celebrating FREEDOM.

Answer 5

1. 4th of July is independendence day and not a date from the movie INDEPENDENDE DAY.
2. Independendence day - you might not realize its importance, but read the history where you will find a tale of your grand grand father as well where they fought to death against england so that you can breathe fresh air without any fears.
3. Fireworks - the reason fireworks are done is because it was done when USA got independence from england and the trend is continuing since then.

*May be you should not go to see fireworks or do at ur home if u think they resemble or remind u of war..

Answer 6

Actually, it represents the end of a war that got us independence... as for the fireworks: they were invented by the Chinese. It symbolizes celebration for festivities (mostly the new year and what it brings) NOT war... Sorry you feel this way... We're not hte only ones that celebrate independence... many other countries do as well... millions of people can't go wrong... he-he...

Answer 7

I think that most of your answerers have the 4th mixed up with Memorial Day

Anyway...I agree with the man who said it is a day to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and that the Revolutionary War came afterwards. The 4th is this country's birthday!

Answer 8

It celebrates the signing of the declaration of Independence which was a peaceful solution to a political problem. It does not celebrate war in any way. The revolutionary war came after.

Answer 9

i dont agree with you, its celebrating the end of british foreign overseas asshole rule and the birth of our own government, which was a lot better then than it is now, for sure...oh yea another thing, heres a history lesson....july 4th 1776, was the day that the congress signed the declaration of independence, and thats when and why the revolutionary war broke out...the war hadnt even really started yet.....

Answer 10

No. I made it a kick back, stay in my nightie day. Needed it. I didn't want to go out in the heat or be in any crowds. I'm lucky to have a balcony that allowed me to see fireworks at a lake nearby. Saw some beautiful ones and prayed for our men in combat. Tears came to my eyes as I prayed for them because I feel this is such a senseless war. Enough! Bring our men home! Wake up Bush............!