## Introduction

Independence Day in the United States is a day of celebration. It marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This historic event signified the thirteen American colonies’ quest for independence from Great Britain. While Americans typically engage in festivities like parades and fireworks, the date also holds a somber significance—three U.S. presidents died on this very day. This article explores the intertwined history of Independence Day and the leg...