The list of American National Holidays
2- Martin Luther King Day : is celebrated on the third Monday in January to commemorate Martin, an African-American clergyman who is recognized for his undaunted courage and persistent efforts to win civil rights.
3- Presidents' Day : is celebrated on the third Monday of February to celebrate the birth anniversary of Washington, the first president of US.
4- Memorial Day : is celebrated on the fourth Monday of May to honor the people killed in the American Civil War.
5- Independence Day : is celebrated on July 4th.
6- Labor Day : is celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor the nation's working people, typically with parades.
7- Columbus Day : is celebrated on the second Monday in October to commemorate the landing of an Italian navigator Christopher Columbus in the New World.
8- Veterans Day : is celebrated on November 11th to honor Americans who had served in World War I.
9- Thanksgiving Day : is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. It is celebrated by serving some kind of foods at the first feast. The history of this holiday dates back to 1621, when Puritans hosted a feast for Native Americans as a token of gratitude for helping them achieve a bountiful harvest.
10- Christmas Day : is celebrated on December 25 to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.