Two children enjoy an Easter game in a postcard from 1900.
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Eggs have long symbolised rebirth and renewal, making them perfect to commemorate the story of Jesus’ resurrection.
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Many foods eaten at Easter have links to medieval times.
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Many Easter treats hark back to medieval times.