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Why do we kiss under the mistletoe?
Medieval
When were mince pies first made?
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The history of Christmas traditions
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How did William the Conqueror mark Christmas?
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When was the first Christmas stamp issued?
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Why we say: ‘Bah Humbug’
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In a nutshell: Father Christmas
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Did Oliver Cromwell really ban Christmas?
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Why do we eat turkey dinners?
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Peace in the trenches
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How were Christmas trees lit up before electricity?
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Say No-el to Nazi toys
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