13 min

A history of Father Christmas Letter from America by Alistair Cooke: The Clinton Years (1993-1996)

    • Society & Culture

Santa Claus or Father Christmas? The origin of the Patron saint of Christmas is explored. Plus, the surprising popularity of a Tickle Me Elmo toy has caused prices to skyrocket.

  • (C) BBC 1996

Santa Claus or Father Christmas? The origin of the Patron saint of Christmas is explored. Plus, the surprising popularity of a Tickle Me Elmo toy has caused prices to skyrocket.

13 min

  • (C) BBC 1996

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