EPISODE · Dec 15, 2025 · 12 MIN
The Hero of Dear Old Halifax
from Christmas Past · host Brian Earl
A tragic accident at Christmastime in 1917 gives way to a story of a heroic response, a lasting friendship, and a unique Christmas tradition. Read Walter's letter to Harold, described in this story.Music in this Episode"Carrier's Lullaby" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive"Quiet Serenity" — Lite Saturation, via Free Music Archive"Stay the Course" — Kevin MacLeod, via Incompetech"Oh Christmas Tree" — Don Maue, shared directly by the artist"Relax Romantic Jazz Calm Soothing Home" — Denis Pavlov, via PixabayConnect with Me Links to all the things https://christmaspastpodcast.com/links Email: [email protected] BooksOf Christmases Long, Long Ago: Surprising Traditions from Christmas Past (2025, Lyons Press and Recorded Books) It's Christmas as you've never seen it before, and it makes a great gift for all the Christmas lovers in your life. Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday's Traditions (2022, Lyons Press and Recorded Books)
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A tragic accident at Christmastime in 1917 gives way to a story of a heroic response, a lasting friendship, and a unique Christmas tradition. Read Walter's letter to Harold, described in this story. Music in this Episode "Carrier's Lullaby" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive"Quiet Serenity" — Lite Saturation, via Free Music Archive"Stay the Course" — Kevin MacLeod, via Incompetech"Oh Christmas Tree" — Don Maue, shared directly by the artist"Relax Romantic Jazz Calm Soothing Hom...
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