Mother's Day, celebrated on May 11 in the U.S., has deep historical roots originating from Anna Jarvis's efforts to honor her mother. The first Mother's Day occurred in 1908, inspired by Ann Jarvis's peacemaking amidst the Civil War. Jarvis organized celebrations and petitioned for an official holiday to honor mothers, culminating in 1914 when Congress officially designated the second Sunday of May as Mother's Day. Despite its commercialization, the day remains a tribute to mothers and caregivers across the nation.
The first Mother's Day was organized on May 10, 1908, in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, inspired by Anna Jarvis's efforts to honor her mother.
Anna Jarvis, who organized Mother's Day, aimed to honor her mother's peacemaking work during the Civil War and later advocated for a national holiday.
Mother's Day became an official holiday in 1914 when Congress declared the second Sunday in May to honor all mothers, a move initiated by Jarvis.
Despite its commercialization today, Mother's Day originated from a desire to honor mothers and caregivers, initiated by Anna Jarvis's heartfelt campaign.
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