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It was in the 19th century that seaside vacations became a summer ritual. It was a democratic development. The seaside proved an attraction to the rich and poor. The sweltering summers in the densely packed industrial cities created great interest in a visit to the seaside. At part of the industrial revolution that expanded the great cities of Europe and America, the railroad appeared. By the late 19th century, the middleclass and even industrial workers could inexpensively travel to beach resorts located near the great industrial cities. The appearance of photography in the 19th century provide a fascinating record of the clothing worn to the beach.
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