Father Christmas Burned

Father Christmas Burned. In a bizarre incident, a Father Christmas effigy was burned by the church in 1951, symbolizing the rejection of pagan influences. This…

Location: Montreux, Montreux, Switzerland

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In a bizarre incident, a Father Christmas effigy was burned by the church in 1951, symbolizing the rejection of pagan influences. This event was meant to emphasize the true meaning of Christmas and condemn the commercialization of the holiday. The burning of the effigy was a dramatic gesture, performed in front of 250 children.

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Father Christmas Burned — Montreux, Canton of Zurich

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