As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2026, explore the origins and traditions of the Glorious Fourth - the day which Americans have chosen as their national day. The Glorious fourth has been celebrated in war and peace, in good times and in bad. It has been controversial at times, but nothing has been able to supplant its place in American national identity or as a focus point for American patriotism.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

COURSE OUTLINE

• Events surrounding the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia in 1776 and how it was received at the time
• The development of the tradition of the “Glorious Fourth”
• Independence Day and American patriotism in the 21st century

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Have a greater understanding of the place of Independence Day in American history and today