Home For The Holidays: The History Of Thanksgiving

Home For The Holidays: History Of Thanksgiving DVD VIDEO DOCUMENTARY A&E TV SHOW Type: Movie Platform: DVD Publisher: A&E Released: 2006 Media: DVD HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: THE HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING Home for the Holidays: The History of Thanksgiving Special on the History Channel offers an insightful look into one of America’s most cherished traditions. This special program not only explores the origins of Thanksgiving but also delves into how the holiday has evolved over the centuries to become the celebration we know today.Thanksgiving has complex beginnings that date back to the early 17th century. The special sheds light on the 1621 feast shared between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people, which is often considered the first Thanksgiving. This event symbolized a moment of cooperation and gratitude amid challenging times, but the program also discusses the broader historical context, including European colonization and Native American cultures.The special emphasizes