A competition in which two opponents on horseback fought with lances.
Joust
Fact of the Day
Frederick the Great always dressed in a threadbare military uniform. He considered a crown a useless hat which let the rain through.
Quote of the Day
"We took risks, we knew we took them; things have come out against us, and therefore we have no cause for complaint.
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~ Robert Falcon Scott's last message
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.