A STRASBOURG DANCING MANIA OF 1518

In the spring of 1518, the city of Strasbourg was overwhelmed by a most peculiar and frightening phenomenon. A woman named Frau Troffea unexpectedly began to jig in the streets, obviously without any cause or provocation. Her frantic dancing continued for days, and soon others joined her in this bizarre spectacle. Thousands of people, it is said,

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of New York City became a tableau of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the first Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by leaders seeking equality, this historic procession sent a powerful message to the nation: Black Americans deserved full recognition. Though silent, their presence was resounding. Men and