[Eaglefixer]

Contrary to popular myth, the first recorded thanksgiving day was celebrated in Virginia in 1619 a year before the pilgrams landed at Plymouth.

Since Virginia is in the South this is not PC of course. Those truly interested can check the real record.

[FreeKeys]

Thanks for your input; every piece of historical information is valuable, fascinating and welcome. Since I don't believe you oppose the basic message of the story (you know, the one about individual initiative and private property vs. communalism), I think you'll be pleased how you have inspired me to change the first sentence at both http://freedomkeys.com/thanksgiving.htm AND http://freedomkeys.com/thanksgiving2.htm to reflect the facts!

Happy Thanksgiving!!