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History in a Nutshell

Halloween

History in Nutshell Shorts for Halloween.

Why Do We Like to Tell Scary Stories on Halloween?

Why Do We Like to Tell Scary Stories on Halloween?

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Special | 56s | One of the possible origins of telling ghost stories on Halloween ties to ancient Celts! (56s)

Where Did The Name Halloween Come From?

Where Did The Name Halloween Come From?

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Special | 59s | Learn where the name Halloween came from! (59s)

The History of the Jack-O-Lantern

The History of the Jack-O-Lantern

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Special | 58s | Learn about where the tradition of carving faces into pumpkins for Halloween came from! (58s)

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