New Orleans Mardi Gras 1941 in color

It is almost Mardi Gras time again in New Orleans & elsewhere.This film takes us back to Mardi Gras 1941 and is in living color. This was the first year a female krewe paraded (Venus) and was the last celebration until after the war. The hot Dixie jazz is provided by George Lewis & Johnny Dodds. So Bon Temps Roule! We have some other Mardi Gras videos for you to enjoy; www.youtube.com www.youtube.com www.youtube.com We have now added a second clip of vintage Mardi Gras celebration: Early 1950's New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade & Crowd Here are some links for those who would like to explore more Mardi Gras history; www.mardigrasunmasked.com www.mardigrasdigest.com This site has a great timeline. www.mardigrasneworleans.com
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