A Scotsman in Buckingham

Welcome to my Blog. My name is Neil and I have been living in Buckinghan, UK since the 11th September 2020. I lived in the Armenia, Latvia and China. I am a teacher of Geography, Global Perspectives and English. I am married to Lena who is my soulmate and best friend.We also have a little boy, Robert. As you can tell from the Blog's name I am Scottish although I was born in London. My Blog will be for sharing my thoughts on anything that takes my fancy. Please feel free to comment.

Tuesday, 21 July 2020

Today in History: July 21st

Hello Gentle Readers. Lets get in our booze fueled Rocket of Time and blast off into history.

356BC: The Temple of Artemis, one of the original 7 wonders of the world is destroyed in a fire.

1899: Writer and adventurer Ernest Hemmingway is born.

1925: John Scopes is found guilty of 'Teaching Evolution' and fined $100.

1951: Comedian and Actor Robin Williams is born.

1969: Neil Armstrong becomes the first human to walk on the Moon.

2011: The NASA Space shuttle missions end with the safe landing of Atlantis.

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