Latin FactsThe mile is Latin for 1,000. The number of paces it took the average Roman!
History FactsThe world's first Buddhist ruler, Emperor Ashoka, was the first ruler in human history to ban slavery, animal cruelty, and deforestation.
Victorian Facts‘Last shake o’ the bag’ was Victorian slang for ‘youngest child’.
1950s FactsThere are more 20-year-old virgins now than there were in the late 1950s.
June FactsOn June 28, 2009 Stephen Hawking threw a party for time-travelers. He announced the party the day after it happened and he said no one came.
9th century FactsIn the 19th century, circumcision was used to treat epilepsy, hernia, lunacy and paralysis.
18th century FactsJeans, thought to be invented in America, originated in 18th century Italy where Genoan sailors wore snappy outfits made from denim.
20th century FactsThe term "fagot" or "faggot" meant "a bundle of sticks" up until the 20th century.
