What do you know about Saint Nickolas? Did you know, that he is the origin of the ever popular Santa Clause myth? Well, this generous monk was born in 280 A.D. and was well known for giving help to the poor and sick.
In 1774 a American news paper published an article about some families who celebrated to honor him. They celebrated on December 6th, the anniversary of his death. The Santa Claus legend evolved yet again in 1804 when someone from the New York Historical society gave away woodcuts of Saint Nickolas and in the background were stockings filled with toys. The name "Santa Claus" came is derived from St. Nicks dutch nickname Sinter Klaus.
In 1774 a American news paper published an article about some families who celebrated to honor him. They celebrated on December 6th, the anniversary of his death. The Santa Claus legend evolved yet again in 1804 when someone from the New York Historical society gave away woodcuts of Saint Nickolas and in the background were stockings filled with toys. The name "Santa Claus" came is derived from St. Nicks dutch nickname Sinter Klaus.
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