Fourth of July

Meet the Jews who played pivotal roles in American history

Jews have played pivotal roles throughout key moments in American history. Throughout 2026, monthly online conversations with Jewish historians will journey across American and Jewish history.

A group of young Austrian immigrants wave to the Statue of Liberty upon their arrival in America aboard the S.S. Harding. The 50 Jewish children, who were greeted by their new adoptive families, were fleeing Nazi persecution in their homeland.
MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE JERUSALEM

WATCH: US Independence Day celebration at MOTJ to highlight US-Israel bond

 Kedem Yomtov (left) and Gidon Land (right), with Gush Etzion Brewstillery.

Expats celebrate July 4 in Israel while reflecting on identity, belonging, and home

 An asteroid is seen flying near the Earth, specifically near the Middle East, in this artistic illustration.

Two asteroids the size of 32 George Washingtons to pass Earth on Fourth of July - NASA


Hip-hop artist 50 Cent to perform in Israel on July 4

The tour opens in London, followed by performances in Ireland, Scotland, Belgium, France, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland, before arriving here.

Rapper 50 Cent in Tel Aviv 370

4th of July fireworks shower US skies - watch

Fireworks is the traditional celebration for Independence Day, alongside barbeques and parties.

A child watches the Macy's Fourth of July fireworks in New York City, New York, US, July 4, 2021

Bennett on July 4th: America holds a special place in my heart

Bennett underscored how his life story, as the child of American parents, exemplified US-Israeli ties.

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett meeting with US interim ambassador to Israel Michael Ratney in Jerusalem, June 30, 2021.

July 4th: America's 245th birthday, and what it meant for US Jews

The Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution had significant meaning for the Jewish communities of the 13 Colonies, due to the importance of religious freedom.

The Battle of Long Island in the US Revolutionary War.

COVID, economy progresses under Biden, but disunion haunts US on birthday

More than five months into Joe Biden's presidency, the United States has changed in multiple ways.

A WOMAN wears a patriotic mask at Gantry Plaza State Park in New York in honor of July 4th.

Why the fourth of July should be celebrated by everyone

The Fourth of July should be honored, respected and celebrated as a beacon of hope for mankind, a covenant not only with God, but with humanity.

‘Declaration of Independence’ by John Trumbull, 1818

While pandemic rages, July 4 hot dog record broken again in New York

Joey Chestnut ate 75 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes, topping his previous record.

Joey Chestnut poses after winning the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest with a world record 75 hot dogs consumed in Brooklyn, in New York City, U.S., July 4, 2020

Trump's brilliant move on July 4th - analysis

With Independence Day addresses, the US president uses scare tactics to boost lagging poll numbers. Democrats should take note

US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump watch the Washington, D.C. fireworks display from the Truman Balcony as they celebrate the US Independence Day holiday at the White House in Washington, US, July 4, 2020

Danny Danon, Ron Dermer send Fourth of July greetings to US

The two Israeli diplomats shared their best wishes with the US in honor of its Independence Day.

Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon (L) and Ambassador to the US Ron Dermer

Grapevine June 18, 2020: Independence and annexation... or not

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Udi and Anat Angel