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September 28, 1928

On September 28, 1928, scientist Alexander Fleming noticed a bacteria-killing mold growing in his laboratory. He later named it Steve, but when he found out other scientists had already named their pet bacteria Steve… Continue reading

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April 11, 1689

On April 11, 1689, William III and Mary II became co-sovereigns of Great Britain. If they had any children that could have succeeded to the throne, many mathematicians believe the offspring should have been named Milliam VI or Wary VI. But since they didn’t have any children and their successor was Mary’s sister Anne, the … Continue reading

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April 11, 1689

On This Date in TWISTED-HISTORY.com! in 1689 William III and Mary II were crowned as joint sovereigns of Britain. It was expected that their first born would be named either Wary VI or Milliam VI, but since none of their children survived the birthing process, the mathematical naming method was quietly discouraged.

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