THE HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING Chris discusses the historic origins of our Thanksgiving holiday, drawing upon the earliest records of the Plymouth colony and the testimony of one of its founders. Is it true that the Pilgrims gathered on friendly terms with the Indians of that time? Or were they mortal enemies at that point in American history? Skeptics have questioned the Thanksgiving story for years, in attempts to challenge the true Christian heritage of our nation. But the available evidence shows we have good reason to believe this cherished legacy, and to give thanks to God for the witness of our forefathers in the faith.