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What October Holiday Was First Formally Celebrated In 1792 In New York City ?

3 or 4 different holidays in october which was 1st ?

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    It was Columbus Day. This was made an official holiday on October 12, 1792 when New York City Tammany decided to honor Columbus for his adventurous voyage 300 years prior.
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    Jaxson1985 

    answered 2 years ago

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