Currency shaped like knives was in circulation in China from 770 to 220 BC.
Former dictator of Equatorial Guinea Francisco…
Former dictator of Equatorial Guinea Francisco Macias Nguema banned the use of lubricants in Malabo city power plant, saying he could run it using magic. The plant exploded.
In 18th century England, umbrellas were strictly taboo…
In 18th century England, umbrellas were strictly taboo and seen as a detestable, effeminate contraption. Cab drivers saw them as a threat to their business and grew violent towards umbrella owners.
In 1894, London and New York were “drowning”…
In 1894, London and New York were “drowning” in horse poop. It was estimated that within 50 years, London streets would be buried in 9 feet of poop and horse carcasses. But the invention of the automobile resolved the problem.
The world’s oldest paycheck- dating back…
The world’s oldest paycheck- dating back 5,000 years in Mesopotamia- shows that workers were paid in beer.
An invasion of Canada that would have likely handed…
An invasion of Canada that would have likely handed control of the Niagara peninsula to the USA was thwarted when one woman overheard the plans, walked 20 miles through wilderness, and warned a British Lieutenant. The invading Americans were ambushed and promptly surrendered.
All restaurants in Wisconsin were required…
All restaurants in Wisconsin were required by law to serve cheese and butter with every meal from 1935 to 1937.
When early humans transitioned from hunter gathering…
When early humans transitioned from hunter gathering to agriculture, it actually lowered their standards of living.
Facts About William Shakespeare
Author of over 38 plays, 154 sonnets and several long-form poems, William Shakespeare is one of the most well known and revered writers in history. Even in his own time, Shakespeare was celebrated as an prolific and entertaining playwright. His works have been performed almost continuously around the world for over 400 years. You might already know that Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England in 1564. He was the son of a glover (someone who makes gloves) and was most likely educated at public school. He moved to London at a young age and eventually became lead playwright at the
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Facts About William Shakespeare
Author of over 38 plays, 154 sonnets and several long-form poems, William Shakespeare is one of the most well known and revered writers in history. Even in his own time, Shakespeare was celebrated as an prolific and entertaining playwright. His works have been performed almost continuously around the world for over 400 years. You might already know that Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England in 1564. He was the son of a glover (someone who makes gloves) and was most likely educated at public school. He moved to London at a young age and eventually became lead playwright at the
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