Laika, was the first dog to orbit the Earth, but its breed is unknown.
How long has beer been brewed?
The first traces of beer brewing in Babylon are more than 6,000 years old.
How many cases of tetanus are there?
Around one million cases of tetanus are reported each year worldwide, causing an estimated 300,000 to 500,000 deaths each year.
Who invented synchronized swimming?
Synchronized swimming was invented by American Esther Williams, who became very famous in the 50s when she did synchronized swimming for several musical films.
Where does the word politics come from?
The word politics is derived from the Greek word politeia (πολιτεία), which in turn is derived from the Greek word for city-state, “polis”.
What were the names of Hitler’s parents?
Adolf Hitler’s mother was Klara Pölzl and his father was Alois Hitler
Battle in the vineyards
During the Allied fighting in Northern France, July 1944, the Counts demanded that fighting be kept away from the best vineyards.
What does avocado mean?
Avocado comes from the Spanish word “aguacate” which is derived from the word “ahuacati” meaning testicles.
What happened on the 11th of the 11th at 11am?
On November 11th at 5am, both sides signed an armistice, resulting in Germany’s ultimate surrender and a promise of early peace talks. On November 11th at exactly 11 am, World War I came to an end. For historical reasons, they wanted the war to end on the 11th day of the 11th month at 11:00. Therefore, the war-weary soldiers would continue to fight on until this time in 1918.
