Despite COVID-19 still being a thing, Salt Lake City was able to host the 10th one of these this last weekend - a bi-annual gathering of geeks, gamers, and cosplayers.
What is Fan-Ex? (Comic-Con)
This week in 1823, this religious leader stated he found the golden plates after being directed by God through the Angel Moroni to the place where they were buried.
Who was Joseph Smith? (Jr.)
Today would be the 84th birthday of Jim Henson, who created things like Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth, but also this famous singing, dancing, and hand-held performing group.
Who are the Muppets?
"Mark Twain" was the writer that coined the phrase "The Gilded Age," though THIS was his birth name.
What is "Samuel Clemens"?
He was the famous Commodore (and later Admiral) who sunk all but four Spanish vessels in two hours during the Battle of Manila Bay.
Who is Commodore George Dewey?
"A principle of US policy that any intervention by external powers in the politics of the Americas is a potentially hostile act against the US." (and the Roosevelt Corollary built on it)
What is "The Monroe Doctrine"?