Monday, 15 November 2021

William Herschel

 The famous astronomer William Herschel was born on 15 November 1738. He discovered the planet Uranus. He also discovered infrared light. https://localhistories.org/a-brief-biography-of-william-herschel/

Wednesday, 3 November 2021

Tuesday, 2 November 2021

Women Jugglers

 Women jugglers have a long history. In fact, the earliest record of juggling is of women in Ancient Egypt. https://www.juggle.org/10-female-juggling-stars-of-the-past/

Wednesday, 27 October 2021

Philadelphia

 Happy birthday Philadelphia. William Penn founded the city on 27 October 1682.

Monday, 25 October 2021

Agincourt

 On 25 October 1415, the English won a decisive victory over the French at Agincourt. The longbow proved to be, once again a very effective weapon. https://localhistories.org/a-history-of-the-longbow/