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Mother's Day originated in the early 20th century in the United States, with the first official celebration on May 12, 1908, in Grafton, West Virginia, organized by Anna Jarvis to honor her mother, Ann Jarvis. Ann, a Civil War pacifist, founded Mother's Day Work Clubs to aid soldiers. Anna's campaign to establish Mother's Day as a national holiday gained acceptance in 1914. Today, it is celebrated as a day dedicated...