The Fourth of July Encyclopedia.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Heintze, James R.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Fourth of July--Encyclopedias.

Fourth of July.

Local Subjects:

Fourth of July--Encyclopedias.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (361 p.)

Place of Publication:

Jefferson : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, 2013.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This is the first comprehensive reference work on America's Independence Day. Bringing attention to persons, places, and events of historical significance, the book focuses on the Fourth of July as it has been commemorated over the span of more than two centuries, starting with the first celebrations: public readings of the Declaration of Independence that occurred within days of its signing. Biographical sketches feature presidents (and how each celebrated the Fourth) and other politicians, famous soldiers, educators, engineers, scientists, athletes, musicians, and literary figures. Other top

Contents:

Cover; Contents; Acknowledgments; Preface; The Encyclopedia; Appendix: The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies; Bibliography; Index

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

ISBN:

1-4766-0855-5