Independence Day July 4, 1776 A DECLARATION By the REPRESENTATIVES of the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these Ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its Foundation on such Principles, and organizing its Powers in such Form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. 225 years ago, Brave men fought and died, because they believed in these words. On this day as you play at the beach, or bar-b-que in your back yard, stop and think about what this day truely means. It is much more than fireworks and good times. It is a time to give thanks to God above, for these men who laid down their lives so that you could stand proud and live free in this great land.