On February 6th 1935, the board game Monopoly first went on sale. Before being bought by Parker Brothers, the game was called “The Landlord’s Game” and was created by Elizabeth Magie to teach economy and land value tax. Initially Parker Brothers turned down the board game commenting that it was too complicated and took too long to finish. They…
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Day 57: International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition
August 23 is the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. An obvious persona associated with the abolition of slavery is Abraham Lincoln, who I have chosen to dress as today. Photo Credit: Ziggy Top Hat: Home made from cardboard White Shirt: Cotton On Black Tie: Black Cotton Strip…
Theme Me: Costume, Fancy Dress & Theme Inspiration 