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Where will you celebrate the Fourth?

Backdrops Fantastic — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:57:00 +0000

Wherever you are we hope you will be able to see the FIREWORKS!

Fireworks were associated with Independence Day celebrations even before the signing of the Declaration. The earliest settlers brought their love of fireworks to this country. Firings of black powder were used to celebrate holidays and to impress the natives. By the time of the American Revolution, fireworks had long played a part in celebrating important events.

John Adams wrote on July 3, 1776 to his wife, after the Continental Congress had decided to proclaim the American colonies independent of England,”The day will be most memorable in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival … It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade…bonfires and illuminations (fireworks) from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forevermore.”

It was natural, then, that not only John Adams but also many of his countrymen should think of fireworks when independence was declared. The very first celebration of Independence Day was in 1777, six years before Americans knew whether the new nation would even survive the war, and fireworks were a part of the celebration.

233 Years later we are still celebrating!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA

Backdrops Fantastic suggests using one of our backdrops as a way to bring the fireworks to your event.

Take a trip with Backdrops Fantastic

Backdrops Fantastic — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 18:34:00 +0000

Can you believe June is already here! Where did the time go? The question now is … what are your vacation plans?
With a little imagination and a few of Backdrops Fantastic’s backdrop images we can take you to Paris, a tropical beach, New York, Las Vegas and all around the world. You name it and we have it.
While a trip to one of these locations might be too much for your budget, how about creating the perfect event using one of our original theme backdrops. Then you can take your friends with you!
If you can’t go and you can’t have that party right now, take a trip to our website and dream through our themes. We promise you’ll love it.

Eiffel Tower AW022

Tropical Pool TB016

New York Sunset CI002

Las Vegas 1 CN002

Memorial Day: Remembering

Backdrops Fantastic — Thu, 27 May 2010 18:53:00 +0000

Stars & Stripes one of the many patriotic backdrops produced by Backdrops Fantastic.

Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday of May, commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the American military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, at least, it marks the beginning of summer.

In this day and age we often forget the historical meaning of memorial day. Memorial Day history is about honoring those who have died in service to our nation. It is about remembering the courage and strength about those who gave their lives.

The staff at Backdrops Fantastic wants to take this time to pay tribute to all the men and women who have given their lives in service to our country. We want to encourage you to stop sometime over the weekend to show your appreciation to those who have died and to those who are serving.

To read more check out the History of Memorial Day