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The Thanksgiving proclamation was initiated by what US President.

George Washington.

100

Which NFL Team Has The Most Thanksgiving Wins/Losses?

The Detroit Lion's combined Thanksgiving Day record is 37-38-2.

100

The first thanksgiving parade in New York was hosted by what clothing company.

Macys

100

How many turkeys are eaten each year.

$46 Million Turkeys

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Which U.S. president didn't “believe” in Thanksgiving because he thought the holiday was too religious?

Thomas Jefferson

200

How long was the first Thanksgiving celebration?

3 days

200

Which NFL Team Has Played The Most Thanksgiving Games?

The Detroit Lions

200

When does Macys inflate the balloons?

the night before.

200

 What seafood was served at the first Thanksgiving feast?

Lobster, oysters, fish and possibly eel

200

What are the four colors typically associated with Thanksgiving?

Red, orange, yellow and brown

300

Who was the first President to pardon a turkey?

John F Kennedy 

300

When was the first Thanksgiving football game?

1876

300

How many people came to the first Macys Thanksgiving Parade.

Over 250,000 people

300

How many calories on average are consumed, per person, at Thanksgiving dinner?

 3,000 to 4,500

300

What do you call a baby domestic turkey?

 A poult

400

Which President made turkey pardoning an annual event?

George H.W. Bush

400

When was the first Thanksgiving NFL game?

1920

400

When did the Macys thanksgiving parade become televised.

1946

400

 What meats were served at the first Thanksgiving celebration?

Venison, swan, duck and goose were likely—not turkey!

400

When does Canada celebrate Thanksgiving?

The second Monday in October.

500

Who was the first President to receive a ceremonial Thanksgiving Turkey?

Harry S. Truman

500

Which Team Has The Second Most Losses?

The Green Bay Packers have a total of 20 Thanksgiving losses.

500

When was the first Macys parade radio broadcast.

1932

500

How much did the world's most expensive Thanksgiving dinner on record cost?

$181,000 at New York City's Old Homestead Steakhouse

500

What comedian performed “The Thanksgiving Song” on Saturday Night Live in 1992?

Adam Sandler

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