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45 Odd Jobs That Don’t Exist Today

July 3, 2023 by Michael Franklin

Have you ever pondered what sorts of professions people had in the past? If you ask your grandparents, they may inform you about some strangely weird jobs that existed before we had modern technology. If you’d like to learn more, take a look at some of these odd historical jobs that don’t exist anymore.

Plague Doctor

The black plague is not the only medical emergency that history has ever seen. Certain professions, such as physicians and barbers, were popular in the 16th century, and they wore this distinctive and somewhat frightening-looking costume.

They were, nevertheless, useful. The lengthy mask contained fragrant oils and extracts that were thought to purify the air and provide a physical barrier. In addition, these doctors used wands to treat patients without touching them.

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