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November 5th

November 5th

Remember, Remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason and Plot

It seems ironic that today, November 5th, election day in the United States is also the anniversary in the UK of Guy Fawkes. In 1605, Guy Fawkes, an early rebel, attempted to blow up the English Parliament but was caught and executed. Since then, people in England have marked the occasion by burning effigies of him and setting off fireworks. Any excuse for a party! Remember, remember the 5th of… Read More »Remember, Remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason and Plot