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Santa, portrayed by Coast Guard Commander Scott Williams
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KODIAK, Alaska - Santa, portrayed by Coast Guard Commander Scott Williams, delights the children of the Larson Bay School as he tells them stories. Santa was brought to Larson Bay by a Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew from Air Station Kodiak as part of the annual Santa to the Villages program here. Santa to the Villages is sponsored by the Coast Guard Officer's Spouses Association as a way to allow the children of remote villages around Kodiak Island to experience the joy of meeting Santa and receive a gift from him. During Santa's visit to the school, each student was presented with a small gift and a candy cane. Hats and gloves were given to the younger students. The Coast Guard has been transporting Santa by boat and helicopter to the remote villages of Kodiak Island for more than thirty years. (Official Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer Richard W. Brahm)
Santa Claus, also known as Saint Nicholas or Father Christmas, is a legendary figure who is said to bring gifts to children on Christmas Eve. The modern version of Santa Claus is based on a number of historical and cultural influences, including the Dutch legend of Sinterklaas, British and American Christmas traditions, and the Christian bishop Saint Nicholas. The figure of Santa Claus as we know him today - a jolly, plump man with a white beard, red suit, and black boots - was popularized in the 19th century through the work of various writers and artists, including Clement Clarke Moore and Thomas Nast. Today, Santa Claus is a beloved symbol of the holiday season, and continues to be a source of joy and excitement for children and adults alike.
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