U.S. Inside/Background

Columbus Day

On October 12, 1492, Italian navigator Christopher Columbus landed in the New World.
Although most other nations of the Americas observe this holiday on October 12, in the United States it takes place on the second Monday in October.

Veterans Day

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U.S. Federal Holidays Overview

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Last modified: 20081111

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