Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated to express gratitude for life’s blessings.
Thanksgiving takes place on the fourth Thursday of November each year in the United States.
The tradition began in 1621, when Pilgrims and Native Americans shared a feast after a successful harvest.
In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday to promote unity during the Civil War.
Thanksgiving focuses on gratitude for family, friends, health, and the abundance of the harvest season.
Families gather to enjoy turkey, pumpkin pie, and other traditional dishes during a festive meal.
Parades, football games, and Friendsgiving gatherings have become popular Thanksgiving traditions today.
Thanksgiving is also a time for charity, with many volunteering at shelters or donating food to those in need.
While primarily an American holiday, similar gratitude festivals are celebrated in Canada, Germany, and Japan.