Why is it called “Black Friday“? The surprising history

Today, “Black Friday“ is synonymous with massive sales, huge crowds of people in shopping malls, and sometimes even shopper rage. How did this spectacle of purchasing get its name? This quick video looks into the history of Black Friday and the unlikely roads it took to arrive at the meaning we all know today. Follow me on social media: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: I’m Alisha, and you might recognize me from language learning videos on YouTube. My background is in copy editing and translation! This channel is all about quick tips to help you improve your writing. The tips are based on my experiences as an editor (and the kinds of mistakes I see a lot). I hope this channel helps you improve your writing a bit! Of course, please feel free to share your questions and comments with me! #english #BlackFriday #etymology #englishwritingtips #history #wordhistory #finance #economics #writingtips #4k #englishwithalisha #alisha