The story of Thanksgiving goes back to different periods of history depending on the numerous countries where it is observed. In North America, Thanksgiving Day has its roots in English traditions from the Protestant Reformation. It is also celebrated as a harvest festival. However, in England, it initially began as a Day of Fasting during acts of special providence (such as droughts) after the Puritans decided to scrap all holidays including Christmas and Easter. Today, elements of expressing thanks and counting one's blessing over the last year have also been added to the traditional Thanksgiving celebration! Thanksgiving Day is a country-wide holiday in the USA and Canada and falls on the fourth Thursday of November. In 2020, it occurs on the 26th of November.