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How the 5th of November used to be celebrated in the East End area of London.
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A summary of the celebrations, and history from the Flak Magazine.
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The history and usage of the bonfire.
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Explanation of the use of the word "bonfire."
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An Englishman`s explanation of Bonfire Night to the outside world.
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Describes the damage that would have resulted had the plotters been successful. From Cronaca.
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A brief outline of the events from Microsoft Encarta.
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Why English people everywhere gather round bonfires once a year to burn effigies of Guy Fawkes and watch fireworks. Discusses the gunpowder plot and whether he was really a traitor.
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How bonfire night was celebrated in Somerset, UK in 1889.
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A simple but interesting explanation of the events, with recipes and history of the Houses of Parliment, good for the younger ones.
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How Guy Fawkes could have changed the face of London if his 1605 plot had not been foiled, experts say, from BBC News.
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Short summary of the celebrations and a conversation forum.
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Origins, customs and traditions of Bonfire Night.
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Provides a historical background of the holiday as well as information about how it is celebrated today.
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A student from England provides a brief overview of the holiday.
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A musical version of the events with resources for teaching.
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Presents a short history of the Plot and plotters, along with a detailed look at how Guy Fawkes Day has been celebrated over the years.
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History of the Gunpowder Plot from Channel 4 in London, England. Features an interview with Ronald Hutton, professor of history at the University of Bristol.
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A collection of sites, all with the same interest of celebrating Guy Fawkes Day/Bonfire Night.
