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 suddenly began to jig in the streets, apparently without any cause or provocation. Her wild dancing continued for days, and soon others participated her in this peculiar spectacle. Thousands of people, it is said, bec

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of New York City became a stage of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the first Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by advocates seeking justice, this historic gathering sent a powerful statement to the nation: Black Americans deserved full participation. Though silent, their presence was resounding. Men an