The Christmas tree tradition dates back to Western Germany in the 16th century. They were called "Paradeisbäume" (paradise trees) and were brought into homes to celebrate the annual Feast of Adam and Eve on Dec. 24. While the Yule trees of Germany may have sprouted throughout Europe after being culturally transplanted from Germany, the Victorian Christmas tree didn't made its appearance until 1848. With the marriage of Queen Victoria to her cousin, Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, the custom of the Christmas tree came to Windsor Palace. The Victorian era was the pinnacle of the Industrial Revolution and with …