Thanks Giving Collection (#3)

Male domestic turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)

THANKSGIVING, 1924. Thanksgiving Number, from The Birch-Bark News, November, 1621. Life Magazine cover, 1924

IMMIGRATION CARTOON, 1869. Cartoon by Thomas Nast

THANKSGIVING CARD, 1909. American postcard, 1909

THANKSGIVING CARD, 1900. American Thanksgiving Day card, c1900

THANKSGIVING, c1900. American Thanksgiving Day card, c1900

THANKSGIVING CARD, 1910. American Thanksgiving Day greeting card, 1910, featuring a turkey and a country harvest scene

THANKSGIVING PARADE, 1887. Uncle Sam, shoving aside anarchy, rides triumphantly in a cornucopia wheeled by commerce. Cartoon, American, 1887

SYMBOL: THANKSGIVING. Hat, rifle, and powder horn, symbols of pilgrims and Thanksgiving

SYMBOL: THANKSGIVING. Harvest, symbol of autumn and Thanksgiving

SYMBOL: THANKSGIVING. Turkey, a symbol for Thanksgiving

Buying Thanksgiving turkeys in Hartford, Connecticut, 1870s
Open-air market at Statehouse Square on the day before Thanksgiving in Hartford, Connecticut, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Children arriving home for the holidays, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Family shopping for their Thanksgiving turkey, 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Thanksgiving reception
Thanksgiving Reception at Grand Central palace given under the auspices of the Officers and Men of the U.S.F.S. Alabama in token of their regard, to Admiral C.H. Davis U.S.N. Nineteen Hundred & Six

King George V Silver Jubilee Service in St. Pauls Cathedral
Illustration showing the service of prayer and thanksgiving for King George Vs Silver Jubilee held at St. Pauls Cathedral, London, May 1935

Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533-1603), attired for the Royal Thanksgiving on the defeat of the Spanish Armada of 1588

Rice in China - 12
The Chinese Thanksgiving for a good Harvest

ST PAULs INTERIOR 1789
The service of thanksgiving at St Pauls Cathedral for the Kings recovery from a series of alarming fits and madness. His sons chewed biscuits rudely during the service

Thanksgiving Cigarettes
Camel cigarettes - help you digest your Thanksgiving Dinner

Victoria / Diamond / St Paul
Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 22 June 1897: Thanksgiving Service at St Pauls Cathedral

Harvest Thanksgiving
Political troubles on May Day, Berlin. Passers by are searched

Thanksgiving Day 1872 (1
Edward acclaimed by the crowd as he rides to St Pauls Cathedral with his mother and his wife to thank God for his recovery from an illness

Thanksgiving Day 1872
Edward goes to St Pauls Cathedral with his mother and his wife to thank God for his recovery from an illness

Reciting Kaddish
Reciting the KADDISH, a daily prayer of thanksgiving, in the London synagogue

Shooting Wild Turkey
Shooting wild turkey for the Thanksgiving Dinner, where they will be served with cranberry sauce

Thanksgiving / Prepare
Preparing the turkeys

Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving dinner

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"Reflecting on the Origins of Thanksgiving: A Celebration of Unity and Gratitude" As we gather around our tables this Thanksgiving, let us take a moment to remember the first Thanksgiving in 1621. The Pilgrims and Native Americans coming together, sharing a bountiful feast that symbolized unity and gratitude. Jennie A. Brownscombe's oil painting from 1914 captures the essence of that historic event at Plymouth, Massachusetts. It reminds us of the importance of embracing diversity and celebrating our shared humanity. Fast forward to 1935 when King George V Silver Jubilee celebrations took place. Even across the Atlantic, people recognized the significance of giving thanks for blessings received. In Thomas Nast's iconic cartoon from 1869 titled "Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving Dinner, " we witness an inclusive celebration where all are welcome at the table. This image serves as a reminder that no matter our differences, there is always room for compassion and understanding. Currier & Ives' lithograph from 1867 titled "Home to Thanksgiving" evokes feelings of warmth and nostalgia as families reunite during this special time. It reminds us to cherish those precious moments spent with loved ones. Jean Leon Gerome Ferris' depiction of "The First Thanksgiving of the Pilgrims" transports us back to that historical moment in 1621 when gratitude filled their hearts amidst hardships. Their resilience teaches us valuable lessons about perseverance in challenging times. Throughout history, Americans have expressed their thankfulness through various means – even through greeting cards like the one from c1900 or George Washington's proclamation in 1795 declaring a Day of Public Thanksgiving. Of course, no discussion about Thanksgiving would be complete without mentioning turkey. As we savor its delicious flavors on our plates today, let's not forget how it has become synonymous with this holiday over time. And who can resist making wishes while breaking apart wishbones? This tradition adds an element of fun and hope to our celebrations.