WWI Trilogy

Navigating the Heartache WWI Brings

Easter

A Short History of Easter Traditions

March 25, 2016 By Melina Druga Off

Most of society’s Easter traditions are centuries old. Some traditions — such as candy and egg hunts — are much newer, arriving on the scene when many of our modern traditions did, during the Victorian era.

Easter Candy

Mass produced sweet treats made specifically for Easter made their appearances in the 19th century.

Candy eggs began being produced during this time frame. The popular Cadbury cream eggs, for example, were first sold in 1875.

The first chocolate bunnies were produced in the early 20th century, thanks to mold technology.

Egg Hunts and Rolls

Children participated in egg hunts and games involving eggs such as egg toss and egg croquet.

Eggs varied from colorful to elaborately decorated.

The first White House egg roll was held in 1878. The first rolls, however, were held at the Capitol building grounds. The tradition was soon outlawed, as it took a toll on the landscaping.

White House egg rolling was suspended during World War I.

Where to Purchase the WWI Trilogy

This post is a companion piece to Melina Druga’s WWI Trilogy: Angel of Mercy, Those Left Behind and Adjustment Year.  The trilogy focuses on Hettie and her family as they navigate the challenges and heartbreak World War I brings.

Angel of Mercy:  A nurse reluctantly sacrifices her career for marriage. An impending war will change her, and her husband’s, life forever.  Available in eBook, paperback and hardcover.  Click here for a full list of retailers.

Those Left Behind:  The brewing winds of war will soon rip the family apart. Available in eBook, paperback and hardcover.  Click here for a full list of retailers.

Adjustment Year:  A war nurse returns home. Society expects her to carry on as if the Great War never happened. But how can she?  Available in eBook, paperback and hardcover.  Click here for a full list of retailers.

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About The Author

Melina Druga writes about the past because although school history classes may have been boring, the past was not.  Her era of expertise, and obsession, is 1890-1920 with a particular focus on the Great War and how it affected the lives of ordinary people.  Druga is the author of the WWI Trilogy.