Why We Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

         Since the Revolutionary War, the United States has celebrated St. Patrick's Day. St. Patrick's Day is a religious celebration in honor of Saint Patrick, who was foremost patron saint of Ireland. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17th, the day that is believed to be the death day of Saint Patrick. Although St. Patrick's Day was started in Ireland because Saint Patrick lived there, Saint Patrick wasn't originally from Ireland. Saint Patrick was actually born and raised in Britain. Then, later in his life he moved to Ireland where he was very loved, but that is why this holiday was started in Ireland. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by many families by wearing green, parades, and feasting. My family celebrates St. Patrick's Day by eating corned beef that my grandma makes, and wearing green so you won't get pinched. My family obviously doesn't celebrate this holiday as traditionally as other families do, but  I really enjoy spending time with my family doing these things on St. Patrick's Day.

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National Geographic 
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