Massachusetts forbids the celebration of Christmas

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In 1659 Puritan immigrants to Massachusetts officially banned the celebration of Christmas. Festive celebrations involving drinking and feasting were against Puritan principles, and the rejection of Christmas was also symbolized a rejection of English tradition and rule. The ban was not lifted until 1681.

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10776 Massachusetts forbids the celebration of Christmas 2 Historical context notes are intended to give basic and preliminary information on a topic. In some cases they will be expanded into longer entries as the Literary Encyclopedia evolves.

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