Washington's Birthday/Presidents' Day

George Washington was the first president of the United States.

The observance of George Washington's Birthday is the third Monday in February.

Many Americans refer to the holiday as Presidents' Day as a way of honoring all past presidents. Contrary to popular belief, neither Congress nor any President has ever officially changed the name of the holiday to "Presidents' Day."

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