Yes Perryman we did have fireworks when I was a child but a very large garden and fireworks carefully handled by responsible adults. Also seemed to be on 5th or nearest Fri or Sat , still hearing fireworks yesterday , what is that about.
I except more important problems in this world to attend to but not sure that it has not outlived its day.
It would be great if the children understood the history of the time but I somehow foubt if most have any idea.