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Art was perceived as a manifestation of an individual's expression, beauty and perception of the world much like in today's society. However, for example in Ancient Egypt, artists were crucial as the hieroglyphics depicted imagery which was an expression for words to tell stories, accounts and beliefs. Sculptors too, played this role. Another example includes ancient China, during the Dynasty eras. Terracotta warriors were manufactured to symbolise nobility, loyalty and power, therefore making those who painted and sculpted a vital aspect in the making of visual literature. In essence, artists and sculptors rose to popularity in Ancient times as it was a new form of discovery, learning and interpretation of meaning.
By the beginning of the 17th century, the Pilgrims used to celebrate Thanksgiving after their harvests in the New World. At that time, the celebration took three days of praying as a way of thanking God.
The "First Thanksgiving" was celebrated in October 1621 when the Pilgrims got their first harvest in their new lands in America. Not only the Pilgrims but also the Native Americans attended the festival.
From 1789 Thanksgiving has been celebrated intermittently in the US until President A. Lincoln declared "Thanksgiving" a national holiday which would take place on the fourth Thursday of November.
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