Macy's fireworks exhibition has become an iconic part of Independence Day celebrations since 1976. John Adams, a key figure in the American independence movement, proposed ways to celebrate the holiday, originally favoring July 2 over July 4. This year, Macy's will feature 80,000 shells in 30 colors, with performances from artists such as Trisha Yearwood and the Jonas Brothers, making the event larger than life and connecting the historic roots of independence with contemporary festivities.
One can only assume that modern-day Fourth of July fireworks would make Adams proud. Macy's is happy to do its part. This year, there will be 80,000 total shells in 30 different colors.
In 1776, he wrote to his wife, Abigail, detailing his wish list for future gatherings. He actually wanted the holiday to be July 2, because that was the day that the Continental Congress voted to approve the Lee Resolution.
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