Mother's Day 2024: Significance, History And Importance

Anna Jarvis was a peace activist , her belief and dedication are the reason why we celebrate Mother's Day now

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To foster friendship between mothers during the Civil War, Ann Jarvis starts ‘Mother’s Friendship Day'

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Following the establishment of the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day, President Woodrow Wilson passes a law to make the day a national holiday

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Around $23 billion is spent on gifts and dinners on Mother’s Day

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