In July 4, 1777 the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post wrote “at night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks (which began and concluded with thirteen rockets) on the Commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated.” The tradition stuck.

Richard Gere's sons see fireworks for the "very first time" as they celebrate the 4th of July. The actor shares his two younger sons, Alexander, 6, and James, 5, with wife Alejandra Gere.

The Fourth of July is a celebration of all things American with parades, backyard barbecues and the night sky lit up with fireworks.

Online users shared a video showing U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump observing the festivities from a White House balcony.

The 10312 ZIP code, which covers Annadale, Arden Heights, Eltingville, Greenridge and Huguenot, saw the most complaints with 148, representing roughly 24% of all complaints across Staten Island.

Harlee was hit with an artillery style firework shell, which exploded on her, set her on fire. She underwent burn baths and skin grafts.

Do hope that your Fourth of July celebrations were all that you wanted them to be. May your summer be filled with good times for future fond memories.

In Eric Adams's New York City, it lasts until at least July 9th — that's judging from the NYPD's concrete barriers still lying at the corner of Joralemon Street and Columbia Place from Hizzoner's "total fiasco" Independence Day fireworks bonanza.