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St Nicholas, 19th century. Artist: Anon

St Nicholas, 19th century. Artist: Anon

1-156-749 - Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images

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St Nicholas, 19th century. The model for Santa Claus due to his reputation for secret gift-giving, St Nicholas (300-399) was Bishop of Myra in Asia Minor. He was imprisoned by the Roman emperor Diocletian but released by Constantine. He is shown here riding through a town distributing gifts to children.

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