A cold period within the Cromerian stage (or standing on its own), which has been suggested by Jim Rose. It is believed to have been around 650,000 years ago. See 'A Brief History of Climate Change'."
Happisburgh Glaciation
Fact of the Day
During the gin craze in the eighteenth century, the ratio of gin shops to houses in London was as high as one to five.
Quote of the Day
"Blessed are the peacemakers
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~ James I & VI's personal motto
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.