Because it was christmas. Everyone loves christmas! :D
Christmas truce happened in 1914.
It is generally believed that the Christmas Truce began among enlisted men who, in the first year of the war, were less battle-hardened and more inured to civilian life than they would be later. You can learn more about the truce here: http://weird.answers.com/facts/the-christmas-truce-of-1914-a-strange-but-heartwarming-moment
In World War 1, there was an unofficial "truce" between the two sides on the western front, to let each other eat their breakfast in peace. This led to the Christmas Truce of 1914.
Typically, the high command on each side disapproved of the Christmas Truce.
Belgium
They shared food, sang Christmas songs and played ball.
Because that's not the way politics work, dingus.
This occurred in the "Christmas Truce" in 1914.
The Christmas Truce of 1914 was an extraordinary event during World War I, where soldiers from opposing sides, primarily British and German troops, temporarily ceased hostilities to celebrate Christmas together. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, they engaged in caroling, exchanged gifts, and even played football in the no-man's land between their trenches. This spontaneous truce highlighted a moment of shared humanity amidst the horrors of war, demonstrating the soldiers' desire for peace, even if only fleeting. It stands as a poignant reminder of the power of goodwill and camaraderie in times of conflict.
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in germany