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The View-Master was made for tourists, not kids

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Long before children were furiously clicking through blurry 3D snapshots of dinosaurs, this contraption was designed for adults. Debuting at the 1939 World's Fair, it was originally marketed to adults as an elite alternative to scenic postcards, offering breathtaking stereoscopic views of the Grand Canyon for armchair travelers.

The View-Master was made for tourists, not kids
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