Synopsis
This informative program explores the origins of the most popular Christmas traditions in the Western world. It examines the significance of December 25th and its connection to the winter solstice, as well as the enchanting legend of Santa Claus. The program also highlights Prince Albert's introduction of the Christmas tree in 1841.
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- Harry Smithas Self - Narrator
- Forrest Churchas Self - Minister, All Souls Church
- A W Purdueas Self - Historian, Open University, England
- Elaine Pagelsas Self - Religion Department, Princeton University
- Stephen Nissenbaumas Self - Historian, University of Massachusetts
- Penne L Restadas Self - Historian, University of Texas
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13 unique people credited
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Harry Smith
as Self - Narrator
Forrest Church
as Self - Minister, All Souls Church
A W Purdue
as Self - Historian, Open University, England
Elaine Pagels
as Self - Religion Department, Princeton University
Stephen Nissenbaum
as Self - Historian, University of Massachusetts
Penne L Restad
as Self - Historian, University of Texas
Leigh Eric Schmidt
as Self - Religion Department, Princeton
Alan Dundes
as Self - Folklore Department, UC Berkeley)
Jean Shepherd
as Self - Humorist
James Stewart
as George Bailey
James Stewart Nm0000071
as George Bailey
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