Father’s Day 2024: The third Sunday of June will be celebrated as Father’s Day around the world. This special day is dedicated to children celebrating their fathers and making them feel special. However, have you ever wondered why this day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June? The story behind it is quite interesting.
Know the history and significance of this special day, dedicated to fathers. History of the Day It is said that Father’s Day has been celebrated since 1910. A woman from Washington, Sonora Smart Dodd, was the first to start celebrating Father’s Day.
Sonora’s mother had passed away, and she was her father’s only daughter. She also had a younger brother. Her father had taken on the responsibilities of both parents.
She loved her father very much. One day, Sonora went to church and heard a sermon about Mother’s Day. During this time, she got the idea to celebrate a special day for her father, hence Father’s Day.
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Despite this, due to her affection for her father, Sonora was determined to celebrate a special day for him since her mother was not there. She then started a campaign and celebrated the fi.
