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Thanksgiving
In November 1621, a year after settleing in the Americas, Pilgrims’ first corn was successfully harvested, Governor William Bradford organized a celebratory feast and invited colony’s Native American allies, including the Wampanoag indians.
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Presidents Day
Originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, it is still officially called “Washington’s Birthday” by the federal government. Traditionally celebrated on February 22—Washington’s actual day of birth—the holiday became popularly known as Presidents’ Day after it was moved as part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the nation’s workers.
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Veterans Day
Known first as Armistice Day celebrated on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, or November 11, 1920. President Eisenhower signed the legislation on June 1, 1954 to change the name to Veterans day to show support to those who fought bravely in both world wars.
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Martin Luther King jr. Day
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Independence Day