Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas
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December 1, 1997
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Documentary, History
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.
Featured Crew
Alison Guss
Producer
Susan E. Leventhal
Executive Producer
Charlie Maday
Executive Producer
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Cast
Harry Smith
Narrator (voice)
James Stewart
George Bailey (archive footage)
Donna Reed
Mary Bailey (archive footage)
Wayne Allwine
Mickey Mouse (archive footage)
Peter Billingsley
Ralphie Parker (archive footage)