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Discover the authentic tale of the 1621 harvest feast and the untold stories, challenges, and diplomacy that shaped Thanksgiving as we know it. Explore Massasoit's leadership, the arrival of the Pilgrims, survival and diplomacy in the first year, language barriers, and a conversation with historian Richard Pickering.
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- The first Thanksgiving feast was a celebration of the pilgrims' successful harvest and their gratitude, as well as a demonstration of the friendly and cooperative relationship between the pilgrims and the Wampanoag people.
- Over time, the relationship between the pilgrims and the Wampanoag deteriorated due to land disputes and encroachment, leading to the devastating King Philip's War and the breakdown of peace.
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The First Thanksgiving Feast at Plymouth Colony
The pilgrims at Plymouth Colony celebrated their first successful harvest in the fall of 1621 with a feast. This harvest celebration, known as the first Thanksgiving, was a way for the pilgrims to express their gratitude for a bountiful harvest and their excitement for the coming winter. The feast lasted for three days and was attended by approximately 90 Native men, including Massasoit, the sachem of the Wampanoag people.
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