Ginny Campaign

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The PigPardon08 campaign mission is three-fold: to stimulate children's interest in American history while correcting a long-held misunderstanding about one of our most important national holidays and help feed the needy. Learn more.

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Pardon Me. It's Ham, Not Turkey.
The little book that inspired President Bush to visit historic site of the first Thanksgiving!

Written by Lisa Suhay. Illustrated by Pam Barcita

Pardon Me. It's Ham, Not Turkey Why would an American President pardon a turkey? How did the turkey become the symbol of Thanksgiving? Discover how these traditions got started and how the history of the first Thanksgiving may not be quite as expected. Learn more

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PigPardon08 Leads The Way In Setting The Historical Record Straight!

President Bush visits historic first-Thanksgiving site in Virginia. Media credits Ginny, the spotted piglet from Virginia.
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EVENTS

Nov 19 | President Bush Visits Berkeley Plantation

Berkeley Plantation - Charles City, VA

Jan 16 | School Visit

Baylake Pines School - Virginia Beach, VA

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Virginia Food Banks America's Second Harvest The History Channel Fairfax County Park Authority Smithfield Virginia Zoo
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