Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday: Who Is He and Why Do We Celebrate Him?
The United States is currently on its 45th president. Not every single president has a national celebration of their birthday. The ones that do have done many things are remembered for, making it a must to celebrate them. One of the past presidents that has a...
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Pearl Harbor Day: When Is It Observed and Why Is It Important?
On December 7, 1941, the Imperial Japanese Navy launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, the site of a U.S. Navy and Army base. Not only did the attack catapult the United States into World War II, it also resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries for...
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The History and Importance of Federal Holidays
As President’s Day passes, you might start looking forward to the next federal holiday so that you do not need to go into work. We all need a break sometimes, and these holidays spread throughout the year often come at just the right time. While you are waiting for...
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In Observance of Fun: Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and Easter
Almost every day, someone posts on Facebook or another social media site, declaring the day to be “National Best Friend’s Day” or “National Siblings Day.” We all need things to look forward to and ways to celebrate those we love. The next opportunities to do so are on...
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Three Ways to Spend Your President’s Day Weekend
Whenever February rolls around you find yourself full of so many questions. When is President’s Day? Is President’s Day a Holiday? Will you get the day off? Why does February feel so long? Well, you might not find all the answers, but President’s Day is a federal...
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Everything You Need to Know about Eid al-Fitr
You have a diverse group of friends, and co-workers. You know people from all walks of life, and you work hard to be accepting, and open to everyone. You like to travel. You like to meet people who are different from you. You like to learn about other cultures, and...
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Four Super Cool Ways Your Kids Can Celebrate National Grandparent’s Day
Practically any day of the year is national something day, and with so many of them, it’s hard to keep track. You missed out on National Cookie Day, and that was a real bummer for everyone. Then National Doughnut Day flew by without so much as a sugared glaze on...
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What Is the Marine Corps Birthday?
The United States Marine Corps is most commonly referred to as the United States Marines or the USMC. It's a branch of the United States Armed Forces. The US Marine Corp conduct amphibious operations, in league with the Navy (another US military branch). The Marines,...
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