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In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims and Native Americans celebrated the first Thanksgiving because this new established colony had a bountiful harvest. It was a harvest meal that featured foods, such as corn, pumpkin, nuts, cranberry, and different types of game.

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Colonists celebrated thanksgiving to give thanks for food and shelter they have in the new land.

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so that they could come together and become Friends

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