Santa Claus

Kris Kringle of North Pole, Fairbanks North Star County, Alaska United States was born circa 300 at Lycian town of Myra in Demre County, Antalya Turkey.

Kris Kringle

Saint Nick, Kris Kringle, Père Noël, Babbo Natale, Pelznickel, Topo Gigio, Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas

North Pole, Fairbanks North Star County, Alaska 99705, United States

circa 300

Lycian town of Myra in Demre County, Antalya, 07570, Turkey

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Introduction

Santa Claus, aka Saint Nick, Kris Kringle, Sinterklaas, Père Noël, Babbo Natale, Pelznickel, Topo Gigio and many other names, provides joy and presents to children around the world on Christmas. It is believed that the legend of Santa Claus can be traced back to a monk named St. Nicholas who was born around 280 A.D. in Patara, Turkey. St. Nicholas had inherited wealth and gave away much (if not all) of his inheritance to the poor and suffering. There are numerous stories of the impact of his kindness, and over the years he earned a reputation of being a protector of children. He died on December 6th and each year on his death traditions held that it was a particularly lucky day to make large purchases or get married. Santa became popular in American traditions around the founding of the United States of America when a settlement of Dutch families gathered to honor the anniversary of St. Nicholas' death. By the early 1800s, and in particular by 1820, stores began to advertise Christmas shopping.
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circa 300

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Lycian town of Myra in Demre County, Antalya 07570, Turkey

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Ethnicity & Family History

Turkish descent.
Nationality & Locations

Born in Turkey and spent most of his life in the surrounding area. Of course for the past 1700+ years he lives in the North Pole with Mrs. Claus in a city of elves, reindeers & toys.
Religious Beliefs

St. Nicholas believed in doing well for others less fortunate and spent his life devoted to helping others as a monk.
Professional Career

Throughout the year Santa Claus manages his toy shop in the North Pole where his elves manufacture toys. His busiest day of the year is on Christmas Day (December 25th) where he travels the world and delivers toys to children.
Personal Life & Family

Santa Claus inspires many of us during December. It is a time of family and traditions. Did you know that the Salvation Army has been sending donation collectors dressed as Santa Clause since the 1890s?
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31 Memories, Stories & Photos about Kris

Mary Louise Yarnall & Santa Claus, 1949 Pennsylvania

Mary Reed

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12/16/2012

Mary Louise Yarnall & Santa Claus, 1949 Pennsylvania

Mary Louise Yarnall visiting Santa for the first time. Are you the real Santa? Photo taken in 1949 in Harrisburg Pennsylvania.
People in photo include: Mary Louise Yarnall

Date & Place: December 20, 1949 at Pomeroy's Dept. Store in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania United States of America

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AncientFaces

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12/18/2017

Everyone been to see Santa yet? 1949 PA, her first visit to Santa. What do you want? I want decency, kindness, and honesty in our world.

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Becky Kelly

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12/18/2017

Love this picture.

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Hershel R. Harper, Sr.'s Kids - Taken 1959/60

Virginia Harper Edseth Graham

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09/08/2004

Hershel R. Harper, Sr.'s Kids - Taken 1959/60

These are my siblings starting from the top going left to right: Hershel, Jr. ,Santa Claus, Bobby Joe, Susan holding Johnny, Virginia (myself), Rosanna & Richard.

Date & Place: 1959

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Summer Owens

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07/30/2014

Old-School Santa Claus

A photo of a little girl with Santa Claus. On the back is written: Taken Dec the 5th 1922. No other information. But what a fun photo!

Date & Place: December 5, 1922

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Terri Whitt Vickers

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12/16/2014

Love it very much!!!

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Maryann Betz

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12/16/2014

Great pic

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Kathy Pinna

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12/09/2011

Santa Claus 1895

A photo of Santa Claus taken in 1895. No information on the photographer of where this photo was taken . . . but it was snowy! ;)

Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress.

Date & Place: 1895 in USA

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Suzanne Williams

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12/12/2011

Great pic!

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Kathy Pinna

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12/12/2011

Isn't it though? I LOVE the look in his eyes . . . he really is a wise ole' Santa! ;)

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Kathy Pinna

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12/17/2011

Santa Claus Label, 1868

A label featuring Santa Claus for Sugar Plums by the U.S. Confection Company, New York, in 1868.

The label was entered into the Clerk's Office in the district of Southern New York. It's an interesting use of Santa for advertising in the mid 1800's. The image is familiar but has changed somewhat since then!

Courtesy of the Library of Congress

Date & Place: 1868 at U.S. Confection Company in New York, New York USA

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AncientFaces

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12/11/2019

150 yrs ago: ad graphics could be today's Christmas decorations!

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Kathy Pinna

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01/20/2012

The graphics on these old labels are great!

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Kathy Pinna

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12/19/2011

Macy's Santa Claus, 1942

Santa Claus at Macy's New York in 1942. He is skinnier here than we know him now - but this photo reminds me of Miracle on 34th Street. It's my favorite Christmas movie and was made only 5 years after this photo was taken, so the movie was probably pretty representative of the times.

Just like today, the kids got a piece of candy and told Santa what they wanted.

Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress, Marjory Collins, photographer.

Date & Place: December 1942 at Macy's Department Store in New York, New York USA

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12/01/2021

It's December 1st so here is Santa introducing the Christmas season. Where else would he be in December of 1942 but at Macy's New York? :) Where did you first meet Santa in person, do you remember?

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12/01/2021

Halle’s 7th floor in downtown Cleveland, Ohio in 1965.

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Kris Kringle's History: circa 300

Introduction

Birthday

Ethnicity & Family History

Nationality & Locations

Religious Beliefs

Professional Career

Personal Life & Family

Living status

31 Memories, Stories & Photos about Kris

Kris Kringle's Family Tree & Friends

Kris Kringle's Family Tree

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Other Kris Kringle Biographies

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