About Today: Why Do We Observe Presidents Day?

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Today is Presidents Day here in the US. Presidents Day is one of those holidays you might forget about, if you didn't get the day off. Presidents Day Trivia Presidents Day is to honor two presidents in particular: George Washington, who was the first president of the United States, and Abraham Lincoln, who I thought was the second president until I was about eight years old. George Washington Fast Facts Abraham Lincoln Fast Facts See More About:  presidents day  george washington  abraham lincoln The 10 Most Influential Presidents Both Washington and Lincoln make this list, but some others might surprise you. Who Do You Think Were the Most Influential Presidents? 8 Worst Presidents Ever See More About:  american presidents  presidential elections  Video: Branches of the Government My friend Andre is a naturalized citizen of the United States, which, as he says, "means that I'm required to know more about the government than most people who were born here." (Cue the Sad Trombone of Truth.) Article: The Branches of Government Overview of the United States Government Presidents Day Special: The Invention of Great Writing Presidents Day is maybe the most annoyingly punctuated holiday ever. This is especially funny when you consider the fact that Lincoln in particular did so much to inspire better writing. The Gettysburg Address Facts and Myths About the Gettysburg Address Today Ads Presidents Day 16th President Abe Lincoln President Lincoln Black President Featured Articles How to Make a Winter Salad The Top 25 Viral Video Celebrities 'I Am Number Four' Movie Review The Essential Ergonomic Garden Tools Vote in Our Readers' Choice Awards Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement