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Why are Brits called ‘limeys’?

The slur against the English should have been a compliment. Continue reading Why are Brits called ‘limeys’?

Taylor ShortalAugust 28, 2021March 2, 20221 Comment
History, Trivia

The last battle of the American Revolution wasn’t in America

Although George Washington’s 1781 victory at Yorktown pushed the British into peace talks, hostilities did not end there, with the final showdown taking place over 8,000 miles from Virginia. Continue reading The last battle of the American Revolution wasn’t in America

Taylor ShortalJune 29, 2021October 22, 2021
History, Trivia

Magellan never sailed around the world

Today marks the 500th anniversary of the death of Ferdinand Magellan, who died in battle before he could complete the world’s first circumnavigation. Continue reading Magellan never sailed around the world

Taylor ShortalApril 27, 2021June 29, 2021
History, Trivia

The first parade honoring St. Patrick wasn’t in Ireland

The modern tradition began over 3,000 miles from the Emerald Isle. Continue reading The first parade honoring St. Patrick wasn’t in Ireland

Taylor ShortalMarch 17, 2021July 1, 2021
History, Trivia

How January got its name

The first month of the modern Gregorian calendar owes its name to a Roman god. Continue reading How January got its name

Taylor ShortalJanuary 3, 2021July 1, 2021
History, Oddities, Trivia

Did the Irish reach North America before the Vikings?

According to the Norse sagas, the region south of Viking territory in medieval Canada was called “Irland it Mikla,” or “Greater Ireland.” Continue reading Did the Irish reach North America before the Vikings?

Taylor ShortalNovember 15, 2020March 3, 2022
History, Trivia

Joan of Arc never fought in battle

The French martyr of the Hundred Years’ War was not the fierce warrior most imagine today. Continue reading Joan of Arc never fought in battle

Taylor ShortalOctober 4, 2020August 24, 2021
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