The English expedition against the Spanish-held West Indies during the Anglo-Spanish War of 1654-60.
Western Design
Fact of the Day
Pounds, shillings and pence were rooted in Roman librae, solidi and denarii. This is where the abbreviation LSD comes from.
Quote of the Day
"Madam, I have whipped his arse; you may kiss it if you please.
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~ Buchanan, the young James VI of Scotland's tutor, after being upbraided for punishing his charge
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.