John Bull gets crossword fever
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John Bull gets crossword fever
The mid-1920s crossword craze brings John Bull out in crossword fever as an epidemic of crossword puzzles hook the nation
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Bull Craze Crazes Crossword Crosswords Fever Puzzle Puzzles 1925
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1. Title: John Bull's Crossword Fever: The 1920s Phenomenon Sweeps Across Britain. The 1920s in Britain were marked by a cultural shift, with new trends and pastimes captivating the nation. One such craze that took the country by storm was the crossword puzzle. This photograph captures the essence of John Bull, the symbolic personification of Britain, succumbing to the infectious allure of crossword fever. In the early 1920s, crosswords began to gain popularity, with the first published puzzle appearing in the New York World in 1913. However, it wasn't until the late 1920s that the craze truly took hold in Britain. The puzzles, which offered a challenging mental workout, were published in newspapers and magazines, and soon became a daily ritual for many. John Bull, depicted in this image, is shown hunched over a newspaper, intently focused on completing a crossword puzzle. His expression conveys a sense of determination and satisfaction, reflecting the immense enjoyment and engagement that the puzzles provided. The epidemic of crossword fever had reached every corner of the nation, with people of all ages and social classes participating in this intellectual pastime. The crossword craze brought about a sense of community and connection, as people gathered around tables in cafes and pubs to work on puzzles together. It also marked a shift towards a more intellectually stimulating and less passive form of entertainment, reflecting the changing cultural landscape of the time. This photograph serves as a reminder of the power of simple pleasures and the enduring appeal of a good puzzle, as well as a snapshot of a fascinating moment in British history. The crossword craze may have faded with time, but its impact on the nation's collective consciousness remains evident.
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