If Past Era Humans Had Internet: Clickbait Ads Revealed
Imagine if humans from past eras had access to the internet. What kind of sensational and misleading clickbait ads would they create? Let's delve into a collection of historically accurate and highly entertaining clickbait titles that would have captured the attention of curious minds back then.
Historical Curiosities and Mysteries
From the bubonic plague to the Indian independence movement, these ads reflect the significant events and the mindset of their respective times. With a touch of historical accuracy, they would have been impossible to resist.
1757: The Battle of Plassey
Mir Jafar finally reveals his reason for betraying the Nawab and how much he was paid for doing it.
1857: The Great Revolt
Here are 25 foolproof ways to defeat the British.
Rani Laxmi Bai wasn’t killed, she sent a dummy into battle. Check the details here.
1922: Non-Cooperation Movement Suspended
Was the Chauri-Chaura incident a conspiracy by the people who did not support the movement? Looks like it was. Check it out here.
1930: Dandi March
Here’s how you can make salt from soil if you live inland. Method revealed by Gandhiji himself.
1945: Quit India
The British have accepted that they will Quit India after a conference with the leaders. Read the details of the conference here.
1947: Indian Independence
The British have tried using Independence as a Trojan Horse and they will recapture India soon. Here’s how you can help.
Survival Tactics and Personal Identity
In times of crisis or oppression, these ads would have offered survival tips and personal empowerment strategies that were essential for survival and self-expression back then.
Worried About Kidnapping
Top 10 methods to avoid being kidnapped and sold as a slave.
Got the Plague?
Don’t want you to know this - Top 10 natural remedies to cure the plague.
Identifying with Historical Figures
These ads would have allowed individuals to connect with historical figures and their characteristics, providing a sense of identity and belonging.
Top 10 reasons why your race is better than others
Invaded by Rome
Top 10 methods of how to fight back against the Romans.
Are you a Tsar Nicholas or a Rasputin?
Take this quiz to find out.
Can You Win the Olympics?
Take this quiz to find out.
Disguising Yourself as a Man
Top 10 methods on how to disguise yourself as a man. Invited to speak at the next Women's Rights Conference.
Top 10 methods to hide from your master (if you’re an escaped slave)
Cultural and Social Practices
These ads provide a glimpse into the cultural practices, superstitions, and social norms of past eras, highlighting the unique challenges and practices that were prevalent.
Years Till Jubilee
Do this trick to keep your fire burning during the night. Click here to find out how.
Conclusion
Historical clickbait ads would have been as enticing as modern ones. They would reflect the cultural, social, and political contexts of their respective eras, offering entertainment, information, and empowerment to those who sought it. By revisiting these ads, we can gain a deeper understanding of the past and appreciate the evolution of our current digital landscape.
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