When Was the First Thanksgiving Celebrated? The Year – Hollywood Life

Thanksgiving, celebrated on November 28, 2024, has deep roots in U.S. history, originating from the Pilgrims’ first successful harvest in 1621 and George Washington celebrating on the way to Valley Forge. President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed it a national holiday during the Civil War. Americans celebrate Thanksgiving to express gratitude for blessings, with over 46 million turkeys consumed annually.

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