Which seasonal tradition derives from a former nickname for British postmen?

peasypod

Would have to be the Christmas card giving. In the 1860's the Posties were nicknamed "Robins" because they resembled the birds with their red coats. [Dec 12 04 11:20 PM] peasypod writes: Perhaps I should add, the tradition is to have the Robin Redbreast printed on Christmas cards..... (As one entry - McG) Dec 12 04, 10:31 PM

gmackematix

Yay, Peasy. The earliest robins on cards were usually seen carrying letters or sitting on pillar boxes for this reason. Dec 13 04, 2:29 AM

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