Rebellion against authority, particularly of military personnel or sailors against their commanding officers.
Mutiny
Fact of the Day
In the Middle Ages, land could be held from the monarch in return for a service, such as holding the king's head as he crossed the Channel by boat.
Quote of the Day
"History is a set of lies agreed upon.
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~ Napoleon
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.