At the first Thanksgiving in 1621, the residents of Plymouth Plantation - the newcomers to the area - and the natives of the area purportedly sat together to celebrate the harvest. The joining of two civilizations. And while we aren't exactly sure what they ate, it is likely that they drank beer. I'm good with that.
Those folks gave thanks for surviving the harsh New England winter and for the friendship and protection that the local Mashpee Wampanoag tribe offered. Did I mention they had beer?
The OTB Staff offers their thoughts on what we are thankful for.