In his book, Samuel Adams: A Life, Ira Stoll notes, "After receiving news of victory at Saratoga, Congress adopted a report drafted by Samuel Adams, declaring Thursday, December 18, as 'a day of thanksgiving' to God."
A Thankful Nation
In his book, Samuel Adams: A Life, Ira Stoll notes, "After receiving news of victory at Saratoga, Congress adopted a report drafted by Samuel Adams, declaring Thursday, December 18, as 'a day of thanksgiving' to God."