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George Washington
He was the first president of the United States and was a leader in the American Revolution. He is on our one dollar bills and quarters. -
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln helped to free the slaves during the Civil War. He was a very tall man and was the sixteenth president of the United States. -
Susan B. Anthony
Susan B. Anthony was an important woman during women's suffrage. She helped in the movement of getting women to be able to vote. -
Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks was the woman on the bus. Rosa made a statement by not giving her seat to a white man on the bus during the time when our country was separated. When she was arrested it started a movement to desegregate the country. -
Martin Luther King
Martin Luther King was the voice of the movement to desegregate the country. He was a talented speaker and inspired many to join the movement. Even after he was arrested, he continued his work in jail. -
Martin Luther King Day
Why do we celebrate Martin Luther King Day?
We celebrate MLK Day because Martin Luther King helped make a drastic movement forward for desegregation in our country. -
President's Day
Why do we celebrate President's Day?
We celebrate President's Day because we honor the presidents that have lead our nation and brought it to where it is today. -
Memorial Day
Why do we celebrate Memorial day?
We celebrate Memorial Day to honor all of the men and women that have died serving our country in the military. They gave their lives throughout history to help us keep our freedom. -
Veteran's Day
Why do we celebrate Veteran's Day?
We celebrate Veteran's Day to honor the men and women who have served in the military but are not anymore. -
Thanksgiving
Why do we celebrate thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for everything we have been given as well as spending time with loved ones and eating delicious food.
