The Dark Truth Behind The Origins Of Thanksgiving
The real story isn’t what you learned in school.
October 30, 2023 | Source: Delish | by Kristin Salaky
Most Americans are taught the same story about Thanksgiving—that Pilgrims sat together with Native Americans to share a meal and thank them for helping with a successful first harvest. Bonus points if the story you learned also includes an appearance from Squanto or a lesson in fertilizing crops with fish. But most popular retellings of the first Thanksgiving have been proven to be riddled with mistruths. While you may know that on some level, what’s not often discussed is the truth about the holiday’s history and the effect it has on many Native Americans.
So consider this just that—an updated history lesson. Learn why some people choose not to celebrate Thanksgiving and how you can support Native people during the holiday season and beyond.