New York Q&A: What Does July 4th Mean to You?Now 236 years later, Independence Day still has a place in the hearts of Americans, whether it is the symbolic meaning of the holiday or just the fireworks and celebration.SavePrintEpoch Times Staff7/3/2012|Updated: 7/5/2012We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentEpoch Times StaffAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesDay in Photos: Candle Vigil in Nepal, ‘Unite the Kingdom’ Rally, and Annual Ploughing MatchSep 13, 2025Tommy Robinson ‘Unite the Kingdom’ Rally Attracts More Than 100,000 in LondonSep 13, 2025Day in Photos: US Military Exercises, Gold Mine Collapse in Colombia, Filibuster in Missouri SenateSep 12, 2025Alleged Assassin CaughtSep 12, 2025Related TopicsJuly 4th Independence Day