On this day in history, Feb. 27, 1827, New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras for first time

Revelers celebrated Mardi Gras in New Orleans for the first time on this day in history, Feb. 27, 1827. But Mobile, Alabama, celebrated the first Mardi Gras in America in 1703.

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