Origins of Black Friday
The term Black Friday originally referred to a financial crisis in 1869, linked to a gold market manipulation scheme. Over time, it evolved to signify the start of the Christmas shopping season, particularly after Thanksgiving, with roots tracing back to early 20th-century retail practices. The association with shopping became more pronounced in the 1950s, coinciding with local events like the Army Navy football game in Philadelphia.In this clip
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