Are you looking forward to the long holiday weekend? The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. On July 4^th, 1776 the Declaration of Independence was signed marking America’s independence from British rule. While we may miss public celebrations and firework displays this year, settling in with a good book about our nation’s history is a fine way to honor the occasion: Continue reading →