The Real Story Behind Thanksgiving
Is Thanksgiving pagan? What is the true history behind Thanksgiving? In this video, you will be shocked to discover the true origins of Thanksgiving. While most people are familiar with the traditional tale of the Pilgrims and Native Americans, the actual history of Thanksgiving in America goes back much further.
We begin by exploring the commonly told story of the Pilgrim feast of 1621 and its association with harvest celebrations. But the REAL origins of Thanksgiving lie in a completely different time period under completely different circumstances. Have we been duped into thinking it was all about the Pilgrims and the Indians?
In this video, we will debunk myths and explore the historical facts surrounding the holiday’s development, from its early colonial observances to its official establishment as a national holiday.
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