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Gypsies Through the Ages A View of Romany Life
Wandering bands of Gypsies captivate and frighten as scholars trace Romany roots from ancient Sanskrit to Europe. The article notes leaders in 1417 and 1427, roles of tinkers and horse traders, fortunetelling, the big lie, and shifting economies. It contrasts freedom with modern scrutiny and touches on Gypsy opinions of gaje Americans.
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India
Europe
North Sea
Gropper
Little
Egypt
Zindoro
Michael
Andreas
Panuel
United States
Gaje