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What is the history of birthdays? These days, people celebrate with cake, candles, balloons and gifts! However, after years of celebrating with these items, they almost become afterthoughts. But how did these forms of celebrations arise?

A Word in Your Ear · Australian Broadcasting Corporation

April 7, 202522m 6s

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What is the history of birthdays?

These days, people celebrate with cake, candles, balloons and gifts! 

However, after years of celebrating with these items, they almost become afterthoughts. But how did these forms of celebrations arise?

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