What's the earliest possible Thanksgiving date?

The earliest possible Thanksgiving date is November 22. This occurs when November 1st falls on a Thursday, making the fourth Thursday November 22nd.

What's the latest possible Thanksgiving date?

The latest possible Thanksgiving date is November 28. This occurs when November 1st falls on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, making the fourth Thursday November 28th.

Why did Thanksgiving fall on November 22 in some years?

Thanksgiving falls on November 22 when November 1st of that year is a Thursday. In this case, the first Thursday is November 1st, the second is November 8th, the third is November 15th, and the fourth Thursday is November 22nd.

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