Holidays

Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929. However, the federal government has set aside the third Monday of January as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. On this day, Americans celebrate this courageous man whose fight for civil rights and equal treatment for all people brought the plight of African-Americans into the public eye. His effect on America and its people is beyond measure.

The third Monday in February is designated in the United States as Washington's Birthday, more commonly known as Presidents Day. This list looks at facts and traditions surrounding the celebration of this holiday.

Read a background to why we celebrate Memorial Day.

The Fourth of July was traditionally celebrated as America's birthday, but the idea of an annual day specifically celebrating the Flag is believed to have first originated in 1885. June 14th was chosen as Flag Day the first Flag Act was passed on that date in 1777. Learn more about the history of the American flag in celebration of this great symbol of America.

July 4th is the day that Americans celebrate their independence. On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Philadelphia Convention. Learn more about this historic text that is one of the most influential in American history.

Learn the history of Columbus Day with this article.

What is the history behind veteran's day? When is it and when did it originate? The answer to these and other questions can be found in this article.

Learn all about the American myths and realities of the celebration of Thanksgiving.

Learn all about the American celebration of Thanksgiving with this quick list of facts.