The History of Christmas Crackers | Victorian Farm Christmas

This clip shows how traditional crackers were made during the Victorian period and how they were marketed to different type of people.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 2'37''
  • Broadcast year: 2009
Curriculum Connection
  • History
Access

Licence: ERA Licence required

Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: Victorian Farm Christmas
  • Episode: 2
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