The merry-go-round was a common playground feature during the 20th century. The spinning equipment could be dangerous, though, and has fallen out of favor in recent decades. (Provided photo)
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Safe to play: 20th century playground fun gets new look for 21st century safety

Note: This story is part two of a four-part series on park playgrounds.

Those of a certain age still talk about the merry-go-round at the playground. The circular piece had bars that extended out from the middle. One or two kids would hold a bar and run as fast as possible to get it spinning and, at some point, jump on.

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