Have you ever heard about Guy Fawkes´ night? it takes place on the 5th of November and consists of fireworks, bonfires and people gathering to have a drink and something to eat in front of the bonfire.
What is it about?
1605 : The Gunpowder Plot
A secret plan to eliminate the king of England and the Lords, blowing up the Parliament with 36 barrels of gunpowder
In 1605, thirteen young Catholics planned a massive explosion under the Houses of Parliament.
Among them was Guy Fawkes. He is considered Britain's most notorious traitor.
Bonfire Night
On the night of November 5th, all over Britain, people celebrate the capture of Guy Fawkes with bonfires and fireworks, and they also burn effigies of Guy.
You can read and listen to the whole story clicking here: http://www.eoilangreo.net/herminio/culture/guyfawkes.htm
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