The Great Fire of London (1666): Strange Facts Behind the Famous Disaster
The Great Fire of London wasn’t just a disaster—it was full of odd decisions and strange moments. Here are the quirkiest facts from 1666.
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Ministers Marry Lots of People… But Typically By Officiating, Not By Participating
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There Were So Many Bathers, Could They Find the River?
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In Lieu of Flowers, Send Acerbic Letters
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Smiling: It’s Not Just a Good Idea — It’s the Law
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A Buttload is an Actual Unit of MeasurementFebruary 5, 2020
