America's long affair with striped carpet

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Venetian carpets were a fashionable household decor in the early 1700s. Initially imported from England, colorful striped carpet was later produced in America by family and professional weavers. Made of woven strips sewn together, its main feature was its vivid stripes colored by organic dyes.

Rugs and carpets, Carpets

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Emigrants crossing the Atlantic

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In the 17th century, European emigrants making the more than 3,000-mile journey to North America had to endure harsh conditions at sea. Many died without without even completing the Atlantic crossing. Emigrants were also often victimized by ship owners and captains or even sold into slavery.

Ocean travel, Passenger vessels, Emigration and immigration, Passenger ships

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"You must risque to win": America at odds with fortune

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Indians introduced gambling to North America as they practiced it as a religious rite and means of worship, believing that gods played games with men as stakes. Then as now, gambling became a favorite activity for those who are willing to risk and want to get rich quick.

Gambling, North America, Popular culture

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