Friday, December 12, 2008

The Norwegian Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square

Here is a sweet little story with a historical side.

Did you know that the Christmas tree that appears in London's Trafalgar Square has been a yearly gift from Norway since 1947? The reason: the tree tradition is the Norwegian people's thank-you for British support during World War II.

This year's tree has just been lit, with Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg pulling the switch.

Link via Brits at Their Best.

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