Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday of November every year. Perhaps this is the most important family holiday! He is very much expected, getting ready to celebrate. After the date comes Christmas preparations and Black Friday, the best sales of the year.

History

The origin of the holiday goes far into the past … In 1620, settlers from England landed in Massachusetts and founded the Plymouth Colony. The climate was too harsh for them, so many people simply died. The Indians taught the settlers to grow various crops on this land. The first year of the harvest turned out to be happy and brought many fruits: the governor of the colony issued a decree to celebrate the event of gratitude to God. They called the leader of the tribe to the feast to say thank you for the help.

When America became a unified nation, Thanksgiving dates changed with new presidents. Some states claimed their own days, so the holiday was celebrated in discord. In 1941, a single date appeared, which has been in force for many years. Today, families are reunited, words of gratitude are pronounced. On the table there is always a stuffed turkey, cranberry sauce or juice, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie …

Interesting facts

Did you know that:

• some argue that the turkey was not cooked from the beginning. Others say that it was the first game caught at that time, so it became a symbol of the holiday. Decide for yourself who to believe;
• families attend a parade dedicated to the date: it takes place in Manhattan and is colorful and large;
• the White House has a tradition of pardoning one turkey a year. A bird is selected and sent to a farm or zoo to live out its life.

How to celebrate

Gather the family for a festive dinner: think over the dishes in advance, learn unusual recipes, learn how to beautifully set the table. Celebrate the day together, have fun, listen to good music. If you can’t physically be with your family, send cards or make video calls.

When is Thanksgiving celebrated in 2022?

Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Thursday of November each year.

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