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From Wars to Wonders: 10 Christmas Day Moments That Changed History

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8. The First Christmas Broadcast (1932)

8. The First Christmas Broadcast (1932)
King George V delivers the first royal Christmas broadcast, connecting the British Empire via radio, 1932.

On December 25, 1932, King George V delivered the first royal Christmas radio broadcast, uniting the British Empire through the emerging medium of radio. This inaugural address set a precedent for annual royal messages, fostering a sense of connection among citizens across the Commonwealth. The British Library holds a recording of this historic broadcast, providing a glimpse into the early days of royal communication (events.bl.uk).

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