Do you know about the history of fireworks in this country and why we celebrate them on July 4th every year?  Here is some info I found at Everything4thofJuly.com…

When settlers started coming to the New World, the Western hemisphere, they used the fireworks to impress or frighten away the Natives. They also used the fireworks to celebrate special occasions.

Fireworks lit up the sky in 1777 on the very first July Fourth. Even though in the midst of war, only a year after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the bright fireworks gave a sign of awe, hope and patriotism to the young United States of America.

Pretty interesting stuff, huh?  If you’re planning on watching fireworks this Independence Day, you have several options in the Savannah area.  Here are a few…

Tybee Island (July 3)

Fireworks on the beach on the south end of Tybee Island. Visit the Tybee Island website for more info.

Fantastic Fourth Celebration on the River (July 3-4)

Historic River Street in Savannah will be home to one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southeast!  The fireworks show begins at approximately 9:30 p.m. on the 4th.  Check out Savannah River Street’s website for more details.

Fort Stewart (July 4)

Activities include kiddie rides and concessions. They will also have local musical entertainment beginning at 7:30 p.m.  Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.