5 Myths About Thanksgiving

Pilgrims Ate Turkey

Goose and duck were the wildfowl of choice. In addition, to wild birds, the colonist and Wampanoag ate fish.
The colonist did not eat pumpkin pie, as ovens were not invented yet.

Pilgrims Wore Buckles & Black and White Cloth

The pilgrims did not wear black  and white  or buckles.  Men and woman wore  a variety of colors, including green blue, red, and violet and grey.
This myth stems from artists who portrayed pilgrims because black clothing and buckles as being old-fashion.

It Took Place in November

In 1621 the original feast occurred between September 21 and Nov. 11. Plus it lasted for 3 days. The event was celebrated due to English harvest. After the first harvest, Gov. William Bradford proclaimed a day of thanksgiving and prayer

It Was a Family Affair

There were 90 Native Americans and 52 Pilgrims and the event lasted for 3 days. The pilgrims were shooting guns and cannons celebrating the harvest. 90 Wampanoag arrived at the  settlement ready for battle.
Besides sitting down for a feast the idea of eating with utensils was false.  Utensils were not invented yet so they hate with their hands.

Yearly Tradition After First Thanksgiving

it took several years for Thanksgiving to become an official holiday.

To sum it all up, it is time to learn the truth regarding Thanksgiving.