The Great American State Fair, a centerpiece of the celebrations featuring stands from all 50 states, drew visitors despite temperatures nearing 40°C. Some attendees said they were prepared for the conditions and eager to see a firework show scheduled for the evening of July 4. President Donald Trump is also due to address the crowds during a day of concerts, military displays and aerial flyovers. The occasion commemorates the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. Americans of Polish extraction will also celebrate the Poland’s historic links to the American Revolution, including the role of Kazimierz Pułaski, who fought in Washington’s forces. A TVP World article explores this transatlantic connection.