Thanksgiving Day: Meaning, History, and Facts
Thanksgiving Day is an annual national holiday in the United States and Canada that honors the blessings and harvest of the previous year.
Origins and Historical Background
Americans generally trace their Thanksgiving tradition to a 1621 harvest feast shared between the Pilgrims, European colonists of Plymouth, and the Wampanoag people.
In New England and Canada, early settlers frequently held "thanksgivings"—days of prayer recognizing safe travels, military successes, or plentiful harvests.
For Canadians, the earliest Thanksgiving dates back to 1578 when Martin Frobisher's expedition gave thanks for safely crossing the Atlantic.
"Americans model their holiday on a 1621 harvest feast shared between the Wampanoag people and the English colonists known as Pilgrims."
Modern Celebration Dates
- In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, as established by a 1941 congressional resolution and proclaimed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
- Since 1957, Canada has observed Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October.
Traditional Celebrations
Both countries observe Thanksgiving by gathering with family and friends for a festive meal.
Typical American dishes include turkey, cranberries, and pumpkin pie.
"In both Canada and America, family and friends gather for a meal and other celebrations on Thanksgiving."
Traditional fare in America often includes turkey, cranberries, and pumpkin pie.
Summary: Thanksgiving is a historic North American holiday celebrating gratitude and harvests, rooted in early colonial feasts and marked today by family gatherings and traditional meals.
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