The Human Zoos of Europe & America

<p>We&rsquo;ve all visited a zoo at some point in our life. Either your parents or your school took you there. It doesn&rsquo;t matter how old you are, seeing a zebra or a lion in its simulated habitat is always entertaining. But that fun is lost when some gruesome facts unfold. These animals are kept in captivity and cannot be released into the wild since they lack the ability to hunt or defend themselves.</p> <p>What if I told you that there was a period when zoos were comprised entirely of humans? Yes, you read that correctly, and it wasn&rsquo;t long ago. These were famous tourist destinations, particularly in Europe.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/the-history-feed/the-human-zoos-of-europe-america-f430e3ede92e"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>
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