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President Lincoln proclaims official Thanksgiving holiday | October 3, 1863 | HISTORY

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160 years ago on October 3, 1863, expressing gratitude for a pivotal Union Army victory at Gettysburg, President Abraham Lincoln announces that the nation will celebrate an official Thanksgiving holiday on November 26, 1863.

President Lincoln proclaims official Thanksgiving holiday | October 3, 1863 | HISTORY

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Amn Dale Preisach

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Got to have a Hearty meal that day. Because Deer Camp starts at Midnight.

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GySgt Jack Wallace

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Good history posting , Ma'am. Something new for me..

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LTC Marc King

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… ain’t history great?

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President Lincoln proclaims official Thanksgiving holiday | October 3, 1863 | HISTORY

President Lincoln proclaims official Thanksgiving holiday | October 3, 1863 | HISTORY

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