What was the original reason behind the term 'Black Friday' when it first emerged in Philadelphia during the 1950s?

While we now know Black Friday as one of the biggest shopping festivals globally, its origins have fascinating historical roots. This shopping phenomenon has evolved dramatically since its inception, transforming from a local Philadelphia term to a global retail holiday that shapes consumer behavior and retail strategies. Test your knowledge about how this retail juggernaut began and earned its iconic name.

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Retailers' accounting books went from 'red' (loss) to 'black' (profit) after Thanksgiving sales
The massive traffic jams and crowded sidewalks that occurred when shoppers flooded the city the day after Thanksgiving
A stock market crash that coincidentally happened on the Friday after Thanksgiving
Department stores introducing their Christmas displays, traditionally decorated with black ornaments