History Happens Every Day
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December 2025 Artwork
Inspiration
Merry Old Santa Claus is an illustration by American artist Thomas Nast, created in 1881 for Harper’s Weekly. Nast’s depiction of Saint Nicholas as a cheerful, bearded man in a red suit played a significant role in shaping the modern image of Santa Claus. The piece remains one of the most enduring images of the character.
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​Homage
Krampus Claus depicts Krampus as having taken Santa’s outfit, as Saint Nicholas runs half-naked behind. In Krampus’ arms are a variety of objects representing past holiday episodes of Extra History and Extra Mythology. These include Yule Lad dolls (The Yule Lads), Tió de Nadal (Caga Tió de Nadal), Eggnog cups and a sword from West Point (The Great Eggnog Riot), and a pipe and Champagne (Christmas Truce). Art by David Hueso.
December 2025 Videos
December 5th
Krampusnacht
December 8th
Caga Tió (Christmas Shit Log) arrives
December 12th
First Yule Lad arrives
December 16th
Emperor Justinian publishes his legal Digest, 533
December 19th
Eleanor of Aquitaine becomes Queen of England, 1154
December 22nd
Chagatai Khan's Birthday, 1183
December 24th
Eggnog Riot, 1826
December 25th
Christmas Truce, 1914