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- While such reports portray the day’s sales as a time-honoured tradition, they are only a recent ritual. The origins of Boxing Day date back to the Middle Ages, when English masters gave their servants a day off after the Christmas celebrations. The servants would be given a box containing leftover food and treats to share with their families.
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Dec 26, 2022 · It's a day we now associate with sales shopping and the enjoyment of Christmas dinner leftovers. But what is Boxing Day, and how was it historically celebrated? We asked Mark Connelly, professor of modern British history at the University of Kent
Boxing Day sales are not a prominent tradition in the United States, although many retailers often begin after-Christmas sales that day. It is typically the earliest starting day after Christmas for people to return unwanted gifts for exchanges or refunds and to redeem gift cards .
Aug 15, 2024 · Boxing Day evolved from a charity-driven tradition into a holiday focused on relaxation and sales. Initially, it was a day for giving boxes of gifts and money to the needy and servants. Over time, it became a public holiday for shopping, sports, and family gatherings.
Dec 20, 2022 · HISTORY & CULTURE. EXPLAINER. Why historians disagree about the origins of Boxing Day. Celebrated on December 26, this British holiday was likely inspired by one of several charitable...
Dec 25, 2023 · Boxing Day has its origins in the Middle Ages and had nothing to do with post-Christmas sales. It is facing further change with the popularity of online shopping.
Dec 24, 2021 · From fox hunting to sales shopping, Britons celebrate Boxing Day each year with a range of traditions and activities. December 26 is also the feast day of Saint Stephen, the patron saint of...
Dec 26, 2020 · A day for servants. Why's Boxing Day celebrated the day after Christmas? It originated in the United Kingdom and one theory is that it was originally a day to compensate servants.
