Christmas abounds with traditions, from neighborhood carolers to lovingly decorated trees, but from where did all these rituals emerge? This enlightening program looks at the origins of the Western world's most popular Christmas traditions -- from the significance of December 25th and its relationship to winter solstice to the enchanting legend of Santa Claus and Prince Albert's 1841 unveiling of the Christmas tree.

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Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas

December 1, 1997

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George Bailey (archive footage)

Mary Bailey (archive footage)

Mickey Mouse (archive footage)

Ralphie Parker (archive footage)

Fred (archive footage)

Betty Haynes (archive footage)

Bob Wallace (archive footage)

Mrs. Parker (archive footage)

Ebeneezer Scrooge (archive footage)

Tiny Tim (archive footage)

Harry Bailey (archive footage)

Phil Davis (archive footage)

Mr. Parker (archive footage)

Judy Haynes (archive footage)

Bob Cratchit (archive footage)

Scrooge McDuck (archive footage)

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