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War, Famine, Pestilence, and Design

99% Invisible

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The Dandy Horse

In 18 63, a French mechanic created the first true bicycle as we know it. They were so popular in some places that municipalities had to ban them for traffic and safety reasons. The bikes played a really critical role in helping nineteenth century women gain both physical, but also social mobility.

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