Franklin D. Roosevelt, the United States' 32nd president, had many Christmas traditions with his family and staff during his time in office. Roosevelt even grew Christmas trees on his New York land.

The reason for the absence of a White House Christmas tree during Theodore Roosevelt's presidency isn't abundantly clear, with conservationism and a choice to avoid displaying one as possibilities.

Franklin D. Roosevelt had many Christmas traditions he took part in with his family and White House staff during his time in office. Roosevelt was born in 1882 in Hyde Park, New York, a place he ...

Features notable moments during the early 1940s, including nighttime views of the White House illuminated by large spotlights and the ceremonial lighting of a Christmas tree outside. A poignant ...

President Franklin Roosevelt, Prime Minister Winston Churchill and members of their party leave the White House in Washington on December 25, 1941, for Christmas services at the Foundry Methodist ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Throughout Christmas week, the Herald traditionally reprints messages of hope and cheer, whether they originated in the Herald or from other sources, including presidential ...