National Christmas Tree

First lady Barbara Bush with the assistance of her grandchildren, Sam and Ellie LeBlond top the National Christmas Tree with a star on Friday, Nov. 30, 1990 on the Ellipse in Washington. The tree, part of the 1990 Pageant of Peace, will be lit by President and Mrs. Bush on Thursday Dec. 13, 1990. A hydraulic lift was used to reach the top of the tree. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)