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  IN SEARCH OF SANTA CLAUS
Ho Ho Who?

Everyone knows him as jolly Saint Nick, sliding down the chimney and bringing joy to boys and girls throughout the world. But who is Saint Nicholas?

Find out the truth behind the amazing transformation of a holy man into the icon of Christmas cheer.
Santa Claus
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WHO IS SAINT NICK?
Every generation has created its own image of this legendary icon.

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HOW COCA-COLA FOUND SANTA
Coca-Cola discovered the original Santa Claus drawings from 1864.
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WHERE ARE THE BONES OF ST. NICHOLAS?
The remains of St. Nicholas are thought to reside in Bari, Italy.

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