Historical Events tagged with "mattel"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Arts & Culture

Barbie Doll's Historic Introduction

March 9th, 1959 66 years ago

The Barbie doll made her debut at the American International Toy Fair in New York, introduced by Ruth Handler. With her signature blonde hair and stylish attire, Barbie was designed to inspire young girls to envision their futures. This innovative toy challenged traditional dolls and offered a new, modern perspective on female identity and possibilities.

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