Christmas Facts

    Random Christmas Facts

    There are 44 Christmas Facts!

    Electric lights for trees were first used in 1895.
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    One town in Indiana is called Santa Claus. There is also a Santa, Idaho.
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    Sidney Myer Gave's Charity
    Sidney Myer Gave's Charity
    During the 1930’s depression, Australian businessman Sidney Myer provided Christmas dinner for 10,000 unemployed people, including a gift for every child.
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    Santa Claus Mailing Address
    Santa Claus Mailing Address
    Each year, Canada Post receives a million letters addressed to "Santa Claus, The North Pole, H0H 0H0". They reply to every one.
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    The Christmas tree displayed in Trafalgar square in London is an annual gift to the UK from Norway since 1947. The Norwegian spruce given is a token of appreciation of British friendship during World War II from the Norwegian people.
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    Coca Cola was the first beverage company to use Santa for a winter promotion.
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    7.6 million Christmas trees are sold each year.
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    Black Friday in the UK is the Friday before Christmas. Instead of shopping, many people get very drunk!
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