Tuesday, February 18, 2025

1973 Energy Crisis Dims National Christmas Tree Lights

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In a surprising twist during the 1973 energy crisis, President Richard M. Nixon waged a figurative “war on Christmas” by lighting a National Christmas Tree that featured only a single light. Seeking to conserve energy, he requested congressional authority to limit outdoor holiday lighting across the country, highlighting the tensions between festive traditions and the need for energy conservation during a challenging period.

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