The American St. Nick (2015)
On Dec. 5, 1944, American soldiers, led by Harry Stuts, put their guns down for one day and organized a party celebrating the town's centuries-old Saint Nick tradition. Soldiers made hot chocolate from their D-rations, company cooks made donuts and cookies for the children, and 22-year-old corporal Richard Brookins from Rochester, NY played the role of Saint Nick. An emotional and heartfelt story, THE AMERICAN SAINT NICK illustrates how American soldiers and residents of the hamlet were able to bond over a moment in time, creating a tradition that continues to this day.
Director: Tim Gray
Genre: Documentary, History
Release Date: November 10, 2015
Cast
- Tom Kane - Narrator
Screenplay
Production: Tim Gray Media
Original Language: en
Keywords
world war ii, santa claus, gi, luxembourg, christmas, christmas tradition
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The American St. Nick about?
- On Dec. 5, 1944, American soldiers, led by Harry Stuts, put their guns down for one day and organized a party celebrating the town's centuries-old Saint Nick tradition. Soldiers made hot chocolate from their D-rations, company cooks made donuts and cookies for the children, and 22-year-old corporal Richard Brookins from Rochester, NY played the role of Saint Nick. An emotional and heartfelt story, THE AMERICAN SAINT NICK illustrates how American soldiers and residents of the hamlet were able to bond over a moment in time, creating a tradition that continues to this day.
- Who directed The American St. Nick?
- The American St. Nick was directed by Tim Gray.
- Who stars in The American St. Nick?
- The American St. Nick stars Tom Kane.
- What genre is The American St. Nick?
- The American St. Nick is a Documentary, History film.