In the early 18th century, John James Heidegger, a Swiss, introduced semi-public masked balls in London, showcasing fashion and dance. These events gained popularity in England and America. Edgar Allan Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death" is inspired by masquerade parties where disguises reflect true identities.

The semi-public masked balls brought to London by John James Heidegger in the early 18th century ignited a cultural phenomenon that swept across England and America, showcasing the elegance of fashion and dance
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