Remember, remember the fifth of November!
(Date of this event: November 5, 2012)
The history of Bonfire Night dates back to November 5, 1605 when Guy Fawkes and other members of the Gunpowder Plot planned to blow up the House of Lords, assassinating King James I of England. Guy Fawkes was in charge of the explosives.
However, the authorities learned about the plot, and the assassination attempt failed.
Great Britain now celebrates November 5th in thanks that the assassination attempt failed.
James and I joined some of our friends in celebrating at Aberdeen's Bonfire Night and fireworks show near the beach. We look forward to learning more Scottish traditions!
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