Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas
Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas
Overview
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.
Cast
Harry Smith
James Stewart
Donna Reed
Wayne Allwine
Peter Billingsley
Robert Clarke
Rosemary Clooney
Bing Crosby
Melinda Dillon
Taylor Holmes
Robert Hyatt
Todd Karns
Danny Kaye
Darren McGavin
Vera-Ellen
Patrick Whyte
