Christmas Tree Legends and History
US National Christmas Tree:
Every year our nation's capital in Washington, D.C. is adorned with a National Christmas Tree. Check out this year's christmas tree info here: https://www.nps.gov/whho/planyourvisit/national-christmas-tree.htmhttps://www.nps.gov/whho/learn/historyculture/national-christmas-trees-through-the-years.htm
England:
The tradition was introduced to England in the early 19th century and was popularized by Queen Victoria and her German-born husband, Prince Albert. https://www.history.com/articles/history-of-christmas-trees
Symbolism:
The evergreen's ability to stay green throughout winter symbolizes eternal life. Lights on the tree symbolize Christ as the "light of the world". The star or angel atop the tree represents the Star of Bethlehem or the angel Gabriel.