THE STRASBOURG DANCING MANIA OF 1518

In the summer of 1518, the city of Strasbourg was gripped by a most peculiar and frightening phenomenon. A woman named Frau Troffea unexpectedly began to jig in the streets, apparently without any cause or provocation. Her frantic dancing continued for months, and soon others participated her in this bizarre spectacle. Thousands of people, it is s

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of Washington D.C. became a stage of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the first Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by advocates seeking fairness, this historic demonstration sent a powerful statement to the nation: Black Americans yearned full participation. Though silent, their presence was unforgettabl