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Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving

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Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving

by Laurie Halse Anderson

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11223 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	40 pages

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. But did you know that the holiday we know and love almost didn't happen? That's right, Thanksgiving was on the brink of extinction in the early 1800s. But thanks to one woman, Sarah Josepha Hale, the holiday was saved.

Hale was a prolific writer and editor who was passionate about American history and culture. She believed that Thanksgiving was an important holiday that celebrated the nation's founding and the harvest. But in the early 1800s, Thanksgiving was not a national holiday. It was only celebrated in a few New England states.

Hale set out to change that. She wrote articles and poems about Thanksgiving, and she lobbied presidents and members of Congress to make the holiday official. Her efforts finally paid off in 1863, when President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday.

Hale's story is an inspiring example of how one person can make a difference. Thanks to her efforts, Thanksgiving is now one of the most beloved holidays in the United States.

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Sarah Josepha Hale (1788-1879) was a prolific writer and editor who is best known for her work on Thanksgiving. She wrote articles and poems about the holiday, and she lobbied presidents and members of Congress to make it official. Her efforts finally paid off in 1863, when President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday.

Hale was also a strong advocate for women's rights. She was the editor of the women's magazine Godey's Lady's Book for over 40 years, and she used her platform to promote education and employment opportunities for women.

Hale was a remarkable woman who made a significant contribution to American history and culture. Her story is an inspiration to us all.

Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving

by Laurie Halse Anderson

4.8 out of 5