This episode is a special main feed drop that normally lives on our Patreon. Think of it as our little Thanksgiving gift to you.

We are taking you back to the very first Macy's Day Parade in 1924. The modern parade sparkle was not there yet. Instead, it featured real animals, stiff costumes, uneven planning, and a crowd that witnessed the earliest version of a tradition that eventually became a holiday giant.

In this episode we look at the odd choices, the behind the scenes mess, the questionable logistics, and the strangely charming energy that carried the parade from a simple idea to an annual event millions now watch.

It is festive, strange, and full of the kind of history that makes you wonder how any large public event ever survived its early years.

Enjoy the full episode and Happy Thanksgiving from Barely Historical.

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CreditsHosts: JoLynne and AmandaProduced by Barely HistoricalTheme music: Licensed track