How America's public holidays came to exist

The Federal Government recognizes 11 holidays

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18/02/25 | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE Us holidays

There are 11 federally recognized national holidays in the US. The dates range from January to December and celebrate a number of historical events and notable people. Some, like Christmas Day, are also celebrated in other countries around the world, but there are also plenty of quintessentially American holidays people celebrate every year.

You are likely familiar with these days, but how much do you know about them? In this gallery, we explore the origins of American holidays. Click on.

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