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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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The popsicle ws invented by accident: How an 11-year-old boy's forgotten drink created a global treat

Imagine leaving a glass of soda outside overnight and accidentally creating one of the world's most beloved frozen desserts.

That's exactly what happened to Frank Epperson, an 11-year-old boy from San Francisco, whose simple mistake in 1905 led to the invention of the Popsicle — a treat now enjoyed by millions around the globe.

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