18th Century History -- The Age of Reason and Change
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21st November 2019
18th Century Christmas: How Have Things Changed, Stayed the Same?
The approaches to and purpose of Christmas celebrations in the 18th century were, in some ways, quite different from modern festivities. The 18th century’s emphasis on the holiness of the season, decorative styles, and Christmas dinners certainly differ from modern Christmas celebrations. However, despite the differences in time, cultural mores, and religious beliefs, there are some surprising similarities between these two periods.