Why is it called Boxing Day

2023 - 12 - 26

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Why is the day after Christmas called Boxing Day? (NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ)

It should be noted that Boxing Day has nothing to do with boxing or returning Christmas gifts in boxes. In Britain it rivals Black Friday as a big shopping ...

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Boxing Day: What does it mean? (The Standard)

What exactly is Boxing Day, and why is it even called that? Funny enough it has nothing to do with Boxing, instead, there's a confusing mix of traditions ...

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Why is December 26 called the Boxing Day? Explaining if the ... (Sportskeeda)

Boxing Day is a holiday traditionally celebrated on December 26, the day after Christmas, in several countries. It brings forth a mix of events—from sports ...

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Jim Zeigler: What is 'Boxing Day,' December 26? | Alabama News (1819 News)

I had never been curious enough to research "Boxing Day,” so all I knew about it was that it was the day after Christmas, December 26. | Alabama News.

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Boxing Day in the USA: What is this holiday called in the United ... (MARCA.com)

Boxing Day, a widely celebrated public holiday in Ireland, the United Kingdom and various Commonwealth nations, including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand ...

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Why is the day after Christmas called Boxing Day? | Why Guy (ABC10.com KXTV)

The true story of Boxing Day involves the British Commonwealth, circa 1663. Author: Walt Gray (ABC10). Published: 11:23 AM PST December 26, ...

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