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Britain’s Lost Traditions: Penny For The Guy
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Britain’s Lost Traditions: Penny For The Guy

Britain’s many traditions and customs reflect the country’s rich cultural history. These celebrations are almost all tied to the agricultural calendar, local folklore, religious festivals, historical events, or communal identity. However, the relatively recent past has seen Britain undergo major technological advances, rapid urbanisation and mass immigration. These developments have fuelled a tremendous shift in…

Why do we celebrate Bonfire Night?
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Why do we celebrate Bonfire Night?

A brief history behind the British celebration of Bonfire Night! On 5 November every year, people across the UK and many parts of the Commonwealth light fires, let off fireworks and burn the ‘guy’. But, what is the reason behind the ‘Bonfire Night’ celebration? As you probably know, it is done to commemorate the anniversary…

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