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<p>The notion that the American Santa Claus evolved naturally from the European Saint Nicholas conceals an origin story for the character that's both simpler and more complex. </p>
<p>The notion that the American Santa Claus evolved naturally from the European Saint Nicholas conceals an origin story for the character that's both simpler and more complex. </p>
Asheville, North Carolina -- “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus”and a St. Nick and a Belsnickle and a Kris Kringle and other midwinter gift-givers from around the globe, and