THIS 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 abruptly began to dance in the streets, obviously without any cause or provocation. Her frantic dancing continued for months, and soon others joined her in this bizarre spectacle. Thousands of people, it is said, were

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of the Nation's Capital became a tableau of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the maiden Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by leaders seeking equality, this historic demonstration sent a powerful cry to the nation: Black Americans sought full participation. Though silent, their presence was unforgettable