On Nov 26, 1789, President George Washington proclaimed the day an official National Day of Thanksgiving for the United States of America.

On Nov 26, 1789

President George Washington proclaimed the day an official National Day of Thanksgiving for the United States of America.

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Feb 4, 1789

George Washington is elected as first President of the United States.

Jul 31, 1790

Samuel Hopkins was awarded the first US patent.

Jan 3, 1777

During the Battle of Princeton, British forces were defeated in New Jersey by George Washington's revolutionary army.

Jan 7, 1789

First U.S. presidential electors chosen.

Feb 25, 1793

George Washington held the first Cabinet meeting in his house in Mount Vernon.

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What Happened in 1789?