Remember, remember the Fifth of November

As I am sitting here in my dorm room, I am surrounded by loads of fireworks. Tonight is bonfire night, and the city is lit up like a Christmas tree. If I was in the U.S. right now, it would just be another night in November. I would probably be busy trying to finish some paper that was due before Thanksgiving break in a couple of weeks - but, tonight is bonfire night in England.

If it wasn't for the movie, V for Vendetta, I think that most Americans would have absolutely no clue what this day is about - or why people celebrate it. If you want more information on Guy Fawkes and the history of bonfire night, click here.

It's amazing that we as American need a movie to enlighten us about British history. I, for one, had no clue about the 5th of November until last year about this time - sitting in a movie theater in Lawrence, KS saying to myself, "this story is really cool." Then, learning that - well, IT'S TRUE! Maybe there are more historical "hidden" treasures out there that we can turn into movies. Or, maybe just read a book... Anyway, enjoy the day and check out the link!