On Oct 3, 1863, American president Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as Thanksgiving Day.

On Oct 3, 1863

American president Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as Thanksgiving Day.

The holiday has been celebrated annually since that year.

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May 18, 1860

The Republican Party nominated Abraham Lincoln for president at the 1860 Republican National Convention.

May 15, 1862

The US Department of Agriculture was created after being signed into legislation by President Abraham Lincoln.

May 20, 1862

President Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Acts into law.

Dec 8, 1863

Abraham Lincoln issued his Amnesty Proclamation and plan for the Reconstruction of the South.

Jun 19, 1862

President Lincoln signed an Act that made slavery illegal in US territories.

What Happened on Oct 3?

What Happened in 1863?