[Lee Stewart]

When was the Declaration of Independence signed?

The United States celebrates its independence on the Fourth of July, but that’s not actually when the document was signed. The country declared its independence on July 2, 1776, which John Adams wrote would become 'the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America.' The final draft was completed and approved by Congress two days later (July 4) but wasn’t signed until Aug. 2.