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Today marks the centennial of one of the most remarkable events to ever occur during this holiday. 100 years ago today, just months into World War 1, British and German troops ceased fighting, shook hands, exchanged gifts and actually played games with each other. It still astounds me the courage this must have taken to stop and relate to each other as human beings versus soldiers on the battlefield. After commanders heard about it, strict rules against fraternization were put in place and it was never to be repeated. To me its the true meaning of this holiday and an example of incredible displays of human empathy and compassion at the most inopportune moment. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_truce
Posted on: Wed, 24 Dec 2014 23:34:36 +0000

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