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Courtesy photo In the 17th century, after ore became scarce, miners started the production of nutcrackers in the Erzgebirge area near the Czech border.

Christmas item production dates back to 17th century

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

All over German Christmas markets, shoppers will find unique wooden items such as nutcrackers, Christmas pyramids, angels and other figures. The origin of these holiday items dates back to the 17th century in the Erzgebirge, a mountain area near the Czech border.

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Courtesy photo The Silent Night Memorial Chapel in Oberndorf near Salzburg, Austria, was built from 1924 to 1936. Each year it lures thousands of visitors. It is open 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

‘Silent Night’: World’s most popular Christmas song

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

During Advent season, the world’s most popular Christmas song “Silent Night” can be heard all over the world in all languages.

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