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The History of Bonfire Night Explained Bonfire Night, otherwise known as Guy Fawkes Night, Cracker Night or Fireworks Night is a celebration which occurs every year on the evening of the 5th of November. It celebrates the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot of the 5 November 1605 in which a number of Catholic conspirators, including a man named Guy Fawkes, attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London, England. How Halloween Was Celebrated Two Thousand Years Ago Halloween dates back to the Ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the word for Halloween a few Gaelic languages. The Celts actually believed that the first day of November marked the beginning of their new year and the onset of winter.It was commonly thought by the Celts that on the night before the new year, the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead became very hazy. The History And Origin Of Halloween Traditions Halloween today is on October 31 in line with the old pagan practices and superstitions. Even today we practice ancient traditions, often without even knowing so. For instance many people still feel that October 31st is the most spooky night of the year. A Look At Greek Mythology Greek mythology works to explain the nature of the world and the significance of existence. Through specific characters and stories there is an effort to understand the world, from the elements to people's vices or admirable qualities. A Brief History of the World Post World War Two This article details the events that took place from 1945 to 2008. A Brief History of the First World War An overview of the years 1914-1918. A Brief History of the Second World War This article gives an overview of the events of the Second World War The Birth Of Civilisation And The Path To Modern Times An article detailing the rise of human settlements from farms to the metropolises of today.

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