REEL HISTORY: if you thought the Christmas tree was a purely European or Christian invention, you’d be mistaken. Its roots lie in far older solstice traditions, where evergreen trees symbolised endurance, renewal, and the promise of light’s return after the longest night. At its heart, this is a human story, one shared across cultures and continents, of people searching for light in the midst of darkness. And no matter where we come from or what we believe, that instinct binds us together. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. #history #christmas #story