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Medieval Livonia

Maryland Connects With Baltics for Christmas Tidings

2010-11-16 by Phil Butler

The Livinian Brothers of the Sword

A Maryland Christmas tree growing association seeks to connect with the original birthplace of decorated tree celebration. Using a government grant, the growers connect with the Baltic country of Latvia, hoping to tie the world of Christmas more closely together. Agrophilia Travel News takes a look at the nebulous search for Christmas tree celebratory origin.

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