The answer would be the Pilgrims. :) Sorry if wrong.
I believe the answer is: the U.S.S. Maine being blown up
U.S.S maine was one of the battleship which belonged to united states, which was attacked by the Spanish during Cuba's uprising against the Spanish government. This create a tension between united states and Spain which resulted in United States helping Cuba to obtain their independence.
Answer:
Montesquieu - The president has power to veto a law passed by Congress.
Voltaire - People are free to practice whatever religion they wish.
Locke - The people of the United States give the government its power.
Explanation:
Montesquieu discussed about the separation of powers and therefore he believed that every political body has its own role.
Voltaire believed that Catholic church had too much influence, and therefore proclaimed the freedom of religion.
Locke believed in the natural rights of the people, who are providing power to government that is leading them.
The main reason we celebrate festivals is because the majority of them are more or less religiously centered and thus we come to honor our religions. But festivals also give a sense of enjoyment, relaxation and offer the time needed to bond with family members whom we never really see.