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Penny Dreadful: The Sensational Publications of...

Explore the history of penny dreadfuls, affordable serialized stories from the 1800s that entertained and influenced the working class in Britain and America, and paved the way for modern genres.

The Gamble in the Gilded Age: Office Men and Sp...

Discover how 1800s American office men fueled a betting boom, shaping sports, class dynamics, and sparking heated debates that transformed legal and social landscapes. Click to uncover their story!

The Legacy of Connecticut Steam Card Works: Pio...

The Connecticut Steam Card Works, based in Hartford, CT, utilized steam-powered technology in the late 19th century to mass-produce elegant Victorian calling cards, reflecting societal norms and technological advancements of...

The College Travel Club: Opening the World to S...

The College Travel Club in the 1920s made transatlantic educational travel accessible and affordable for American college students, enhancing their cultural and global understanding through organized trips to Europe.

The American Issue: The Fight Against the 18th ...

     In the early 20th century, the United States embarked on a unique experiment with the ratification of the 18th Amendment, which prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of...

History and Use of IRS Revenue Stamps: A Compre...

IRS Revenue Stamps, introduced during the Civil War for tax collection on goods and services, evolved with the economy, declining with modern taxation reforms but leaving a lasting historical and...