The time in the past that happened before history began to be recorded.
Prehistory
Fact of the Day
It is reckoned that 5,000 Britons died each year in shipwrecks between 1793 and 1815.
Quote of the Day
"Sick men are privileged to tell all their stories and grievances.
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~ John Chamberlain, letter writer, 1613
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.