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The Rise and Fall of Toys R Us

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Toys R Us - The First Big Box Toy Store Ever

Toys R Us started as a baby furniture store in Washington, DC. It was the first big box toy store ever and sold virtually every toy you would ever find. In 1966, Toys R Us was acquired by interstate department stores. The company also became famous for its catchy jingle about Jeffrey McDonald's giraffe.

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