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The International Pageant of Pulchritude: Galveston's Trailblazing Beauty Contest
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The International Pageant of Pulchritude was a groundbreaking beauty contest held in Galveston, Texas, in the 1920s. It became the first international beauty pageant featuring contestants from multiple nations, leaving a lasting impact on the world of beauty and pageantry. Though the pageant ended in 1932 due to economic challenges, Galveston continues to honor its heritage with the modern-day Galveston Island Beach Revue, blending vintage charm with contemporary styles.
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