Thanksgiving is approaching in several parts of the world, like the United States and Canada, which consider it one of the most important holidays of the year. Here’s everything you need know about it.
Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the United States, and it marks the start of the official countdown to Christmas and New Year. Other countries that participate include Canada, Germany, Brazil, and Japan.
Thanksgiving dates back to the 1600s, when 102 pilgrims set sail from England on the Mayflower in search of a new home where they may freely practice their beliefs.
These pilgrims were attracted to America and celebrated a harvest feast with the Wampanoag Native Americans who shared the area with them around 1621. This event, which took place in modern-day Massachusetts, was the first Thanksgiving celebration.
Everything you need to know about Thanksgiving 2021 is right here.
When is the 2021 Thanksgiving?
In the United States, Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Thursday in November. As a result, it will take place on November 25th, this year. It falls on the second Monday in October in Canada, and this year, that was October 11.
What is the tradition of Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is all about the food. A Thanksgiving feast includes turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and cranberry sauce.
In the United States, parades are also a prominent component of the celebration. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade in New York City, which draws over two million people every year, is one of the country’s largest parades.
Every year, the President “pardons” a live Thanksgiving turkey, sending it to a farm rather than allowing it to be butchered, according to another tradition.
Many Native Americans and protesters, on the other hand, observe the occasion as a “National Day of Mourning” to remember those who died at the hands of foreign immigrants during the colonization of America.
What is the best way to wish someone a Happy Thanksgiving?
If you wish to send nice Thanksgiving greetings to someone. Here are some examples of messages you could send:
“May you enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving, a joyous holiday season and healthful, Happy New Year.”
“One of the joys of Thanksgiving is wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season.”
“Because today is a special day, I want to let you know that I appreciate you every single day. Happy Thanksgiving wishes.”
“Hope that you’re surrounded with the love of your dear ones on this festive season. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.”
“Wishing you a harvest of blessings, good health and good times. Happy Thanksgiving day!”
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