10 Traditional Parts of Life That No Longer Exist (Or Barely!)

On July 31, 1970, the British Royal Navy experienced one of the darkest days in their long and glorious history, Black Tot Day. This episode was the last day the Royal Navy would follow the long tradition of supplying a daily drink of rum to their sailors. Many military and civilian traditions have fallen by the wayside, some with good riddance, some longingly missed. Many of these traditions were written down as official policy, and others were just things people usually did. Some ended with a clear cut finale, and others faded away. Here we list 10 of those things that used to be a big or noticeable part of life. What items would you include? (Perhaps smoking areas in restaurants and airplanes?)

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