On this day in 1777, the first national Thanksgiving was celebrated to give thanks for the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga. The victory proved to be a crucial turning point, helping to persuade the French to recognize and assist the patriotic cause. Proclaimed by then-General George Washington, the day of Thanksgiving called Americans […]

On this day in 1777, the first national Thanksgiving was celebrated to give thanks for the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga. The victory proved to be a crucial turning point, helping to persuade the French to recognize and assist the patriotic cause. Proclaimed by then-General George Washington, the day of Thanksgiving called Americans […]