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    Discovering America or Inventing It?

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    On October 12, many people in the Americas and in Spain celebrate the “discovery” of America by Christopher Columbus, who was subsequently dubbed by...

    Christopher Columbus Discovers America

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    The image of the explorer as an intrepid hero has been called into question. After arriving in the Bahamas, he and his crew...

    Thanksgiving in America

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    From the Pilgrims First Thanksgiving to the present day, the holiday offers different things to people. The history of Thanksgiving in America is unique. In...

    Halloween History: The Tradition of Bobbing for Apples

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    The Halloween tradition of bobbing for apples has dwindled over the years, and this might be partially due to hygiene concerns. In times past,...

    Short History of Thanksgiving in America

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    Thanksgiving has become one of America's favorite holidays. Every year families gather round the table to feast on turkey and delicious side dishes. The...

    Fun Thanksgiving Facts and Trivia

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    Did you know the American Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November – over a month after the Canadian Thanksgiving, which...

    Thanksgiving Has Not Always Been In November?

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    Have you ever wondered how Thanksgiving Day was chosen to be on the fourth Thursday in November of every year? Did you ever realize...

    Turkey Trivia and Facts for Thanksgiving Fun

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    Turkey and Thanksgiving trivia is a fun family activity on Thanksgiving Day. Enjoy sharing some fun Turkey Day dinner trivia around the table this...

    Sarah Hale Talked President Lincoln into Thanksgiving Holiday

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    Sarah Josepha (Buell) Hale (1788-1879) was a patriotic American who made her mark in the literary and publishing worlds. For 17 years she tried...

    The Iowa Election of 1846: Democrats and Whigs Argue Over Banks

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    On August 3rd, 1846, the citizens of the territory of Iowa voted on a state constitution. The most contentious law in that document was...
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