There are many myths out there about Thanksgiving such as it was not officially celebrated until 1863 when it was the last Thursday in November thanks to Sarah Hale (who also wrote "Mary Had A Little Lamb"). FDR moved it back a week to help boost spending by giving people an extra week for their Christmas shopping.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Thanksgiving
There are many myths out there about Thanksgiving such as it was not officially celebrated until 1863 when it was the last Thursday in November thanks to Sarah Hale (who also wrote "Mary Had A Little Lamb"). FDR moved it back a week to help boost spending by giving people an extra week for their Christmas shopping.
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