Thanksgiving Day or Thanksgiving Day is a celebration of Christian

origin and a holiday known throughout the world, which is

celebrated annually in the United States and Canada to give thanks
for the blessings received during the year, gathering families to
prepare and enjoy of a hearty dinner with turkey as the protagonist
and main course.

Since when is
Thanksgiving Day
celebrated?
In North America, Thanksgiving Day dates back
to the time of the Protestant Reformation and
the arrival of the first settlers from England to
the United States.
According to historical data, it originated in
Plymouth (current state of Massachusetts), in
gratitude from the settlers to the natives of the
Wampanoag tribe, for having taught them the
techniques of growing corn, hunting and
fishing. This allowed the colony community to
prosper after a time of famine and disease.

What is done on Thanksgiving?

Family reunions are usually held at the home of the oldest relative,
with the preparation of a dinner or banquet and a prayer of thanks
is offered to God for the blessings received during the year.
The traditional dinner dish consists of a roasted and baked turkey,
accompanied with corn, mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes
(sweet potato), cranberry sauce and gravy (gravy made with the
juice of the turkey), accompanied by apple pie or pumpkins.
Every year the president of the United States celebrates the
"pardon of the turkey" ceremony, in which the life of a turkey is
spared. This ceremony began in the year 1963 with President John
F. Kennedy.
The Macy's department store has held an annual parade through
the streets of Manhattan (New York) since 1927, with giant balloons
and performances by guest musical artists.
The Friday following the celebration of Thanksgiving opens the
Christmas shopping season, known as Black Friday or Black Friday.
Stores and department stores offer great sale prices and discounts.
It is customary to offer food to the most dispossessed and helpless
by charitable organizations, reflecting love for others.
The game of American football matches belonging to the National
Football League (NFL) is a tradition.