Happy Columbus Day!

Columbus Day is a U.S. holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 12, 1492. It was unofficially celebrated in a number of cities and states as early as the 18th century but did not become a federal holiday until the 1937. For many, the holiday is a way of both honoring Columbus' achievements and celebrating Italian-American heritage. Throughout its history, Columbus Day and the man who inspired it have generated controversy, and many alternatives to the holiday have appeared in recent years.

Here are a few links with more information on this U.S. holiday ...

http://www.usafederalholidays.com/columbus_day.html

http://www.history.com/topics/columbus-day

http://www.cnn.com/2013/06/14/us/columbus-day-fast-facts/index.html