What is a “Garand Thumb”
“Garand thumb” is a term used to describe a common injury that can occur when using the M1 Garand rifle. This rifle was used by the United States military during World War II and...
Category: Trivia
Why is Friday the 13th Considered Unlucky?
Many people consider Friday the 13th unlucky, but the precise reason for this belief is not entirely clear. It is believed that some of the reasons are rooted in superstitions and religious beliefs that...
The Emu War: When Bird Defeated Men
The “Emu War” was a military operation conducted in Western Australia in 1932 to address an increasing emu population that was causing crop damage. The emus irritated farmers because they would raid farms and...
Why is “Xmas” used to Abbreviate Christmas?
The use of the letter “X” to represent the word “Christ” in “Xmas” is a common abbreviation that has been in use for many centuries. It is not intended to replace the word “Christ”...
