Columbus Day, 2026

What Proclamation 2026-20972 says

Federal Register, Volume 91 Issue 196 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026) [Federal Register Volume 91, Number 196 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)] [Presidential Documents] [Pages 65075-65076] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2026-20972] Presidential Documents Federal Register / Vol. 91 , No. 196 / Tuesday, October 13, 2026 / Presidential Documents [[Page 65075]] Proclamation 11073 of October 7, 2026 Columbus Day, 2026 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation More than five centuries ago, Christopher Columbus embarked westward across uncharted waters and discovered the New World--bringing with him the rich traditions of Western civilization and paving the way to the birth of the American Nation less than three centuries later. Today, we honor his life of valor, adventure, and ingenuity. We cherish his memory and pledge to safeguard his story. Above all, we remember with gratitude that the triumph of freedom and the glory of our Republic are the fruits of his faith and unrelenting devotion. In August of 1492, Columbus departed the shores of Spain to chart a new trade route to Asia. With his crew of about 90 men aboard the Ni[ntilde]a, the Pinta, and the Santa Mar[iacute]a, for more than 2 grueling months, he pressed onward across the vast and unforgiving Atlantic Ocean--braving violent storms and...

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