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Did Oliver Cromwell Really Kill Christmas?

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This chapter examines the transformation of Christmas into a prominent festival in England during the Stuart period, highlighting key cultural practices such as the 'lord of misrule'. It also addresses the Puritan opposition to these celebrations, led by figures like Oliver Cromwell, who viewed the festivities as contrary to religious teachings.

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