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Mercure Galant: Messenger of the Past – New Year 1678

Posted on December 21, 2018 by kethuprofumo

It might seem odd, Esteemed Readers, however the 17th century French did not celebrate Christmas & New Year. Fabulous celebrations with Christmas trees, presents & Santa Claus appeared only in the 19th century, on the eve of the Progress Age. … Continue reading →

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