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What are Zoetropes? The zoetrope is a well-known pre-film animation device that creates the appearance of motion by displaying a series of drawings or images depicting different stages of that motion. It was first developed in the 1830s as a cylindrical version of the phénakisticope, which drew inspiration from stroboscopic discs. During the Victorian era, […]
The fashion world is dynamic and ever-changing, and while trends evolve across various industries, airline fashion often remains overlooked. Air India, however, stands out as a pioneer in this arena, consistently embodying glitz and glamour. In the 1970s and 80s, the airline’s flight attendants, affectionately known as ‘hawai sundaris,’ donned classic pencil skirts, jackets, and
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6th July 1785 ON THIS DAY On this day in 1785 US Congress unanimously resolves the name of US currency to the “dollar” and adopts decimal coinage. The evolution of the US currency is an interesting tale within American history. From early settlement to the birth of a nation to a Civil war that
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