On This Day in History Sh!t Went Down
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Sh!t happens. Every day. Mae West faced jail for “corrupting the morals of youth” with her first Broadway play. In Germany, mandatory participation in the Hitler Youth sparked rebellion among groups of teen “pirates.” Muhammad Ali refused to fight in Vietnam, stating he wouldn’t “drop bombs and bullets on brown people.” A dog sled relay delivered life-saving medicine 674 miles in –50 temperatures to save children from diphtheria. The Canadian government exploited the Dionne Quintuplets, displaying them like zoo animals. Indian princess Noor Inayat Khan became a successful spy against the Nazis in World War II. Meanwhile, a children’s show called Caillou tormented parents for over a decade. Every day of the year, sh!t goes down. Some events alter history, while others lead to medical breakthroughs. Bravery contrasts with cowardice, and history is filled with both noble and despicable acts. Motivations range from greed to generosity, with some focusing on killing and others on healing. There have been significant mistakes alongside moments of greatness, marked by confrontation and cooperation. Spanish philosopher George Santayana noted, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” Yet history is not solely a warning; it also inspires. Humanity is not devoid of goodness, and amidst the atrocities, there is hope. This exploration will significantly enhance your knowledge of world history in a hilariously pr
