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The Pilgrims and the Mayflower CompactIncludes descriptions of the first and second Thanksgivings. Also offers a downloadable ZIP package of web pages with historical background information.
ThanksgivingHistory, customs, and traditions.
The Thanksgiving StoryHistory of Thanksgiving, including proclamations by Washington, Lincoln, and Bradford.
The First ThanksgivingResearched and published by the staff at Plimoth Plantation of Plymouth, MA, page gives the truth behind the folklore of the First Thanksgiving.
The True Thanksgiving StoryExamines the origins of Thanksgiving in the United States. Pays particular attention to the religious roots of the occasion.
Thanksgiving in Canton, Mass. in 1884Reproduction of a Thanksgiving menu from 1884. Complete with cooking instructions which are for reference only--DOES NOT comply with today's USDA standards.
Oh, how that Thanksgiving Spread Has Changed Since 1621This article from CNN compares the feasts of Thanksgivings past with contemporary American spreads.
The Teenagers of the MayflowerThanksgiving history facts about the teens that crossed the Atlantic with their families on the Mayflower.
Thanksgiving and FootballA historical look at the tradition of playing football on Thanksgiving from SportsJones Magazine.
The Mayflower Web PagesThe complete site for Mayflower history and genealogy, including an account of the first Thanksgiving in 1621.
Thanksgiving ExhibitsCollection of illustrated exhibits and detailed historical information on the American Thanksgiving holiday not found elsewhere on the web, including the Native American Annual Day of Mourning.
Thanksgiving: From Pilgrims To FootballFeature includes suggestions for the festivities and history.
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