Most people associate the Victorian era with snowy cottages, wholesome families, and classic carols. However, the real history of 19th-century holiday greetings was much darker. 😱
This video explores the strange world of "Yuletide Spite," a trend where Victorians mailed cards featuring "Murder Frogs," dead robins, and even children being boiled in teapots.
Discover the truth behind these artifacts:
The 1880 "Murder Frog": Why a frog stabbing for cash was a holiday greeting.
The Death Robin: Why dead birds were once considered festive.
The Child in the Teapot: Explaining the most disturbing cards of the 1870s.
Henry Cole & the First Card: How the tradition evolved from 1843.
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