when was the song i'll be home for christmas written

The song "I'll Be Home for Christmas" was written in 1943 during World War II by Kim Gannon, Walter Kent, and Buck Ram. The song was originally written as a letter to Gannon's wife, who was waiting for him to return from the war. The lyrics express the desire to be home for the holidays and the hope of being reunited with loved ones. The song became an instant hit, and it has since become a classic holiday song, with many famous artists recording their own versions over the years.