Arts & Culture
5 Things People Used to Eat for Breakfast
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The first Broadway musical was performed in 1866.
On September 12, 1866, a packed house at Niblo’s Garden theater at the junction of Broadway and Prince Street in New York City witnessed a unique spectacle with the six-plus-hour…
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5 Essential World War II Novels
World War II remains one of the most significant and devastating events in human history; it’s the source of countless stories of heroism, tragedy, and resilience. Historical fiction set during…
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When Did We Start Having Parades?
Parades are a curious phenomenon: We gather en masse to march through a space with music, costumes, and elaborate displays. But even at their most odd, these festive demonstrations also…
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How To Throw a Party in the 19th Century
Throwing a party in the 19th century was an exercise in extremes, ranging from Gilded Age glamour to grassroots get-togethers after a long day in the fields. At the start…