United States.- The third Monday in February is Presidents’ Day, which commemorates the birth of the first president of the United States, George Washington, who was born on February 22, 1732, and some states also celebrate President Abraham’s birthday. Lincoln.
Why is Presidents Day celebrated?
George Washington’s birthday has been a federal holiday since 1885; however, since 1971 this holiday has become popularly known as Presidents’ Day to celebrate all the presidents of the United States.
The United States Government has not officially changed the name of Washington’s Birthday to Presidents’ Day, so that day legally retains its original name.
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How is Presidents Day celebrated?
Schools organize events for students about the presidents of the United States, especially George Washington. Each state celebrates with activities such as speeches and parades.
It should be remembered that during federal holidays government offices, banks and some private sector businesses are closed.
How did Presidents Day start?
Notable commanders-in-chief like Revolutionary War hero and first President George Washington conveyed the importance of pride in country and free speech at the foundation of America, as reported by Fox News Digital.
Civil War victor and lawyer Abraham Lincoln left a legacy by addressing the threat the nation poses to itself when Americans turn on each other.
Presidential historian Craig Shirley, author of a new book, “April 1945”, said in an interview with Fox News Digital that Washington is the “foundation of the United States”, while Lincoln always considered the intentions of the Founding Fathers.
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Shirley emphasized that all Americans should enjoy the words of these former patriots, and that civilians and politicians alike should “take them literally.”
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