To those of us from New Orleans, Carnival and Mardi Gras are the most important times of the year, not only because of the revenue it generates for the city, but because of the rich and deeply cherished history and traditions that fill our city. As Orleanians we are taught about the histories of the various krewes, how to march in a parade, how to appear at a grand ball, the many kings and queens. We hold deep respect for our royalty even after their reigns have ended, and we discuss past Gras' throughout the year, beginning on Ash Wednesday at the Cathedral.
However, now that Katrina has tossed me out into the world, I am seeing that everybody else has a very different view of Carnivaltide.
Does anyone know the historical significance of Carnival and Mardi Gras? Does anybody even care? Is it really possible that people truly believe a celebration that is over 3 centuries old in North America lasted that long just for drinking and bare bosoms?
Talk to me, tell me what you know.
2006-07-03
13:05:15
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Vatican Lokey
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