Explore the legend of the most famous reindeer of all time
Listen and learn how Rudolph's story was created
by Paul Willax
Click below and hear how Robert May created the incredible tale of Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer.
by Paul Willax
Click below and hear how Robert May created the incredible tale of Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer.
Examine the original manuscript
by Robert L. May
As you scroll through the original, hand-created manuscript below (circa 1939), keep in mind that this initial draft conjured up a story about Santa's Christmas Eve visits to families in the reindeer community, including Rudolph's. In contrast, popular Rudolph songs that emerged later relate to Santa's visits to the homes of little boys and girls across the globe.
NOTE: To view, place your cursor over the document and scroll using your mouse or the sliding vertical tool bar on the right of the document. You can also download the document by clicking the link at the bottom of the viewer.
This manuscript was compiled digitally and formatted for viewing courtesy of Electromedia Technologies LLC
by Robert L. May
As you scroll through the original, hand-created manuscript below (circa 1939), keep in mind that this initial draft conjured up a story about Santa's Christmas Eve visits to families in the reindeer community, including Rudolph's. In contrast, popular Rudolph songs that emerged later relate to Santa's visits to the homes of little boys and girls across the globe.
NOTE: To view, place your cursor over the document and scroll using your mouse or the sliding vertical tool bar on the right of the document. You can also download the document by clicking the link at the bottom of the viewer.
This manuscript was compiled digitally and formatted for viewing courtesy of Electromedia Technologies LLC
Listen to some Rudolph music
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The classic Rudolph song by Gene Autry
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A special Rudolph song by "Charles" Berry |
