On this Day 1914

[Devil Doc]

It was on this day in 1914 that the Christmas truce occurred during World War I. German troops fighting in Belgium began decorating their trenches and singing Christmas carols. Their enemy, the British, soon joined in the caroling. The war was put on hold, and these soldiers greeted each other in "No Man's Land," exchanging gifts of whiskey and cigars.Link for more info
It's a fascinating story and as usual the officers and politicians screw it up.
Doc.

 

[AVB]

My Grandfather was a WW1 vet. It always amazes me how close history can be once you start looking into it.

As always, great post Doc.

 

[Castaway]

I figured this story would work it's way into your history rotation today or tomorrow. Nice job. :thumbs:

 

[Brickhouse]

Great story, thanks for posting :thumbs:

 

[Lopaka]

A great story!

 

[insight]

I was hoping this would be the story you chose. Pretty amazing stuff!