A man named Thomas Hancock invented elastic in 1820. At first, it was used for boots and gloves. It wasn't normally used for underwear till the 1920s.
A blog about history and true crime. Historical trivia and stories about true crime.
Monday, 12 June 2023
Friday, 9 June 2023
False teeth
On 9 June 1822 Charles Graham patented porcelain false teeth. (Previously they often used the teeth of dead people). This is my history of dentistry.
Wednesday, 7 June 2023
Tuesday, 6 June 2023
Saturday, 3 June 2023
Friday, 2 June 2023
Wednesday, 31 May 2023
Pictures of Romsey, Hampshire
I created a new file of my pictures of Romsey - some photos I took in the charming Hampshire town of Romsey, which is famous for its abbey
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