Fourth of July

The Fourth of July is a celebration in the Kingdom of America, celebrating the end of British rule over the thirteen original colonies. The event is marked by parades, fireworks, and a speech by the King and Chancellor of America.
In 1818, King Augustus II used the event to announce the change of the Royal House from Hohenzollern to Lexington. The event was received positively, and every king since has made their king’s speech on Independence Day.
During the celebrations, blackberry ale is a commonly consumed drink, being the highest rate of consumption than any other time of the year.

History

The United States sent delegates from all thirteen colonies to the Continental Congress. While there, they signed the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain. The document was finalized on July 4th. This marked the start of indent rule, though the American Revolutionary War was fought shortly after the declaration. King Henry I made a speech commemorating the event on the first Fourth of July during his reign. However, the speech did not become annual until King Augustus II.

Participants

The King’s speech is made from Columbia Palace, and has since 1959 been a televised event. However, the Speech had been played on the radio for the nation since 1942. Before then, the speech had been made to Congress and royal delegates. Aside from the speech, the king also reserves time for inducting members of the public into Royal Orders. To be inducted on the Fourth of July is seen as a higher honor than at other times of the year.

Important Locations

• Columbia Palace

Related Organizations

• Lexington