At the height of the Civil War, Lincoln issued a proclamation to urge Americans to celebrate their blessings. Thanksgiving has been a tradition since.

When President Abraham Lincoln first proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday, little did he know he was spelling the beginning of the end to the prominence of the original patriotic celebration ...

President Abraham Lincoln issued his famous “Proclamation of Thanksgiving ” on Oct. 3, 1863, with the Civil War still raging.

Editorial: Lincoln offers a model of how we, in the midst of seemingly never-ending conflicts, can celebrate Thanksgiving.

This is our annual Thanksgiving article, originally published in 2013. Happy Thanksgiving from War on the Rocks!  Today is ...

Thanksgiving is one of the most cherished holidays in America, as it is firmly rooted in family, community, and above all, ...

George Washington issued the first presidential proclamation of Thanksgiving Day in 1789.

The most tragic rhyme in American history falls in November’s time, one century apart. President Abraham Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address on Nov. 19, 1863; President John F. Kennedy died in Dallas ...

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and reflect on one’s blessings. Here are some interesting facts about the Thanksgiving celebration.

And here we are. Sitting down for what was originally intended to be one of the most peaceful days of the year — Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving brings families together and gives us wonderful memories. Turkey is on the menu in most homes that celebrate the holiday. But actually, the first Thanksgiving held by the Pilgrims ...

When you get together with your family for Thanksgiving you’ll probably enjoy turkey, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie. And ...