The story has begun. The first Thanksgiving was celebrated by the English Pilgrims and their Indian allies in 1621 after a successful harvest. It symbolizes friendship and blessings.

Steinbeckian tradition. Americans often associate Thanksgiving with a turkey dinner. This tradition was probably inspired by the description of the dinner in John Steinbeck's novel East of Eden.

Thanksgiving Day Parade. The most famous parade on this day takes place in New York. The parade began in 1924 and now features huge balloons in the shape of comic book and cartoon characters.

Personal Presidential Turkey. The tradition of US presidents giving turkey for Thanksgiving has been going on for decades. The first president to officially provide a turkey as a gift was John F. Kennedy in 1963.

Football tradition. Thanksgiving Day is also known as the day of traditional football games. The National Football League (NFL) hosts several games on this day, and many families watch the games together.

Black Friday. After Thanksgiving, the pre-Christmas shopping season begins, and the Friday after the holiday is known as “Black Friday.” This day is considered the start of the holiday shopping season, and many stores offer deep discounts.

Charity. Many people use Thanksgiving for acts of kindness and charity. Many community kitchens and charities provide meals for those in need.

Turkish President. The tradition of the US President granting amnesty to one turkey on Thanksgiving Eve continues to this day. Every year the president holds a ceremony to "rescue" the turkey from the fate of being cooked for dinner.

These facts highlight the multifaceted nature of Thanksgiving in the United States, which combines tradition, charity, sports and family values.