The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a staple of modern Thanksgiving celebrations. However, did you know the first Macy's parade occurred around the Christmas season? This short video from The History Channel website analyzes the transformation of the original 1924 parade into an annual national phenomenon.
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