The crooner Bing Crosby first sang "White Christmas" live on the "Kraft Music Hall" radio show on December 26, 1941, nineteen days after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.
It was a frightening time, one of our country's darkest moments. The nation felt wounded, violated, and every living American knew that a tough fight would follow. Holiday spirit was at a low.
Yet, Bing's song set aside the worry for a moment, and because of its "nostalgia around the holidays, regardless of religion," it resonated with audiences.
"It's not upbeat. Its lyrics are wistful, even a sad recollection of past holi...
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