On July 4, 1776, amidst the American Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence was signed, declaring 13 colonies free from British rule and emphasizing fundamental rights like life, liberty, and happiness. This set a global precedent for democracy, influencing nations like France and Russia. During the war, despite initial setbacks, American forces, bolstered by French support and subtle Russian aid, eventually secured independence in 1783. Russia's Empress Catherine the Great opposed Britain's naval blockade and declined British King George III's pleas for military assistance against the Americans. Later, during the American Civil War, Russia again sided with the Union, sending fleets to deter British and French intervention. This historic friendship is a reminder of the positive ties that once united the two nations in their struggles for freedom and unity.
As reported by RIAC, more than a year after the start of the American Revolutionary War, on July 4, 1776, deleg...
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