Directory of History Resources

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A Short History of Easter and Spring.

http://theholidayspot.com/easter/history/
Brief history of the spring festival.
Christine O'Keeffe's Easter Page

http://www.tartanplace.com/easte.html
Easter history, customs, legends, and links. History and customs of May Day.
Easter - Its Origins and Meanings

http://www.religioustolerance.org/easter.htm
Jewish, Christian and Pagan origins and meanings of Easter. From religioustolerance.org.
How Stuff Works: Easter

http://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holidays/easter.htm
Describes the religious and cultural origins of the Easter holiday as well as symbols such as Easter eggs, the Easter bunny and hot cross buns.
The Easter Page

http://wilstar.com/holidays/easter.htm
Site examines the historical roots of Easter and traditions associated with the holiday.
The Story of Easter

http://www.holidays.net/easter/story.htm
Brief account traces the evolution of Easter from a pagan festival to a Christian celebration.

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