A Century of Trekking Toward Hope at Our Nation’s Christmas Tree

  • The words of a young girl led to the naming of the Gen. Grant Tree as America’s Christmas Tree.
  • On Dec. 14, families, veterans, church groups, and visitors from around the world will gather for the 100th trek to the tree.
  • “As we look to the next hundred years, may the Nation’s Christmas Tree continue to stand as a living symbol of resilience,” writes Nathan Magsig.

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This December, our community will mark a milestone few traditions in America can claim: the 100th Annual Trek to the Nation’s Christmas Tree.

Nathan Magsig

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