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The Union Gives Thanks–The Soldier’s and Sailor’s Thanksgiving of 1864–Part I

Posted on November 21, 2012 by

Nationally, America only celebrated two holidays in the mid-nineteenth century: July 4 and George Washington’s Birthday. This changed when, due to the tireless efforts of Sarah Josepha Hale, President Lincoln issued a proclamation declaring November 24, 1864 to be a day … Continue reading →

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Lincoln Pardons Turkey, But Not General Porter!

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

Wednesday, November 23 will mark another year in which a turkey receives a Presidential pardon, this time from President Obama. The 2011 turkeys (there are always two nowadays–one is an alternate in case something happens to the first) are from … Continue reading →

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