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Story summary
- Thanksgiving is widely observed, with 90% of Americans sharing food, but its history omits significant groups like Native Americans, Catholics, and Jews.
- The popular 1621 feast narrative ignores Indigenous contributions and rituals that shaped early celebrations.
- The Pilgrims arrived later and were not the first Europeans to celebrate Thanksgiving, a fact often left out.
- As the United States nears its 250th anniversary, recognizing Thanksgiving's complexities can unite or divide.
