Christmas Trees

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 Christmas Trees

      Before the evergreen tree became a symbol of the Christmas, it was a used as a symbol of hope and joy. It was a reminder that the darkness and cold of winter would end and spring would return.

       The custom of decorating trees began in Germany. In 1841, German-born Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria, brought Christmas trees to England by displaying one at Windsor Castle. The first report of a Christmas tree in America was in the mid-1800s, but most Americans did not have Christmas trees until the early 1900s. Early trees were often decorated with fruit and candles.

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Last updated: 12/12/07