A STRASBOURG DANCING MANIA OF 1518

In the spring of 1518, the city of Strasbourg was gripped by a most peculiar and frightening phenomenon. A woman named Frau Troffea suddenly began to dance in the streets, obviously without any cause or provocation. Her wild dancing continued for weeks, and soon others followed her in this strange spectacle. Thousands of people, it is said, became

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of New York City became a tableau of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the maiden Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by advocates seeking fairness, this historic demonstration sent a powerful cry to the nation: Black Americans deserved full participation. Though silent, their presence was unforgettable. M