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The Plum Pudding Riots and the Puritan War on Christmas

Everything Everywhere Daily

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The Canterbury Christmas Rebellion

This chapter explores the clash between the Puritan regime and the citizens of Canterbury over a Christmas ban, highlighting the chaos that ensues as shopkeepers are forced to comply. As tensions escalate to a confrontation with armed guards, the defiance of the crowd leads to a spontaneous celebration that embodies their resistance and dedication to preserving holiday traditions.

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