These Weird Historical Trends Probably Wouldn't Catch On Today

Hunkering

Adults of today will remember when planking was all the rage, but once upon a time, that same trend existed with what kids were calling "hunkering." Throughout the 1950s, college students would squat atop tables, chairs, desks, and pretty much every wacky place they could. Instead of getting a funny picture, it would surprise friends with their unusual stance. 

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