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1. Columbus Day

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   Columbus Day is a legal federal holiday that commemorates the first voyage of Christopher Columbus, who sailed west from Spain in 1492 and reached the islands of present day Bahamas.

2. Thanksgiving Day

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   Thursday is Thanksgiving Day in the U.S. It is a day to gather with family and friends and enjoy a traditional meal. Learn about the history of this holiday and how people celebrate it today.

3. Veterans Day

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   On this holiday, Americans remember war veterans and the trials and hardships they experienced.

4. Christmas

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   Christmas is a joyful holiday of Christian origin that is recognized by many people in the United States.

5. Valentine's Day

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   Valentine's Day is a day for sweethearts.

6. Native American Pow-Wows

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   A Pow-Wow is a large social gathering of Native American tribes and individuals.

7. Earth Day and Arbor Day

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   Both Arbor Day and Earth Day focus on the environment.

8. Graduation

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   Graduation ceremonies celebrate the completion of one part of a person's education.

9. Flag Day

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   National Flags are not merely symbols of a country; their colors and designs convey past history and future goals.

10. Juneteenth

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    Juneteenth is the oldest celebration in the nation to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.

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