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An Introduction to the History, Symbols, and Traditions Behind the Major Holidays and Days of Observance
This book provides students and teachers with access to a wealth of historical material about national patriotic holidays celebrated in the United States. This new source makes America’s past come alive through the history, symbols, and traditions behind 15 American holidays, from Armed Forces Day to Washington's Birthday. Entries range in length from 6-7 pages to 50 pages on Independence Day. Numerous illustrations of people, places, and events relating to the holidays are provided.
List of Holidays Covered
- Armed Forces Day
- Citizenship Day
- Columbus Day
- Election Day and Inauguration Day
- Emancipation Day and Juneteenth
- Flag Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
- Patriot Day (September 11)
- Thanksgiving
- Veterans Day
- Washington's Birthday (President's Day)
Additional Features
- Primary Sources – includes the texts of 18 important historic documents and primary sources relating to the holidays, including the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Emancipation Proclamation. Other primary sources include Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream" speech and the text of President Bush’s remarks following the attacks of September 11.
- “Patriotism in the United States” - an introductory chapter that provides an overview of American patriotism, holidays, government, political parties, national symbols, and mottoes
- Foreword by American historian Matthew Dennis adds perspective on the meaning of patriotic holidays
- Chronologies – A list of historical events commemorated by holidays and observances, with information on the establishment of holidays and observances
- Numerous illustrations of people, places, and events relating to the holidays are provided.
- Bibliography and List of Web Sites
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By Helene Henderson. Library binding. 7 x 9. Illustrated. Index. List price $71.
408 Pages. 978-0-7808-0733-4. 2005. $64.00.
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What reviewers are saying . . . "This book is a good reference work for both public and academic libraries." - American Reference Books Annual, 2006
"Readers are sure to gain insight into the history of the U.S., for the history of a nation's holidays is certainly a history of the country." - School Library Journal, February 2006
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