On this day in 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy to be advertised on television.

<p>On this day in 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy to be advertised on television.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

The first toy commercial airs on TV - April 30th, 1952

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