Johnny Appleseed Day is a holiday in honor of Ohio man John Chapman, known through legends as Johnny Appleseed. The holiday is celebrated annually on September 26, which is Appleseed's birthday. Johnny Appleseed introduced the apple to many parts of the Great Lakes region of the United States.
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Johnny Appleseed was in fact real (original name was John Chapman). He brought apple trees to Illinois, Ohio and Indiana. He was also a great believer of conservation ...
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Celebrated September 26, Appleseed's birthdayAbout.com: Johnny Appleseed Day
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Honors John Chapman, known as Johnny AppleseedAbout.com: Johnny Appleseed Day
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Introduced apples to much of Great Lakes regionAbout.com: Johnny Appleseed Day
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Many schools nationwide participate in Johnny Appleseed craft activities
