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On November the 5th the British celebrate the detection of a plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605.
We celebrate because Parliament and democracy was saved and we do this by lighting bonfires, having parties and letting off fireworks on the evening of November the 5th.
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Why did Germany bomb London in the Battle of Britain?
During WW II, Germany attacked Britain, and Britain retaliated. That's what happens in times of war. You bomb me, and I'll bomb you. Fortunately all of that is over, and Britain and Germany are good friends in the 21st century.
Where did Guy Fawkes night originate from?
Guy Fawkes Day marks the downfall of the Gunpowder Plot of 5 November 1605, in which a number of Catholic conspirators, including Guy Fawkes, attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament, in London. Parliament later established November 5 as a national day of thanksgiving. Fireworks traditionally fill the skies over Britain in remembrance of the failure of the Gunpowder Plot. The rhyme "remember, remember the 5th of November" refers to Guy Fawkes Day, celebrated in England. The full rhyme is: Remember, Remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason and Plot, I see no reason why Gunpowder, Treason, Should ever be forgot.
Why is the Battle of Britain called the Battle of Britain?
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What were Germany's downfall in the battle of Britain?
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What forms when air over land cools faster then air over water?
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Why do you wear a poppie in November and not a different flower?
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Why did Germany bomb London in the Battle of Britain?
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What happens to water vapor in the air as the air cools over night?
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What happens to water that sits out all night?
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In what country did the Night of the Broken Glass occur?
The Night of Broken Glass occurred in Germany (and Austria) on the night of 9-10 November 1938 and continued for some days. Please see the related question for more detail.
What happens when you put orange peel in your shoes over night?
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