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Re: Yankee Doodle
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Phil Lord <[log in to unmask]>
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A LISTSERV list for discussions pertaining to New York State history." <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 26 Jun 2000 09:58:44 -0400
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I believe the outlandish decorations of 18th century hats (feathers, etc) were called "macaroni" and generally taken a symbols of upper class status.

Philip Lord, Jr.
Director, Division of Museum Services
New York State Museum
Albany, NY

>>> [log in to unmask] 06/24/00 08:59AM >>>
While we're on the topic, why was sticking a feather in his cap called
macaroni?
Steve MacDougall

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