Famous Feuds in History
The tension between these two European powers led to the outbreak of the Napoleonic Wars, a conflict that reshaped the continent.
Who are France and Britain?
This line from The Wizard of Oz is spoken by Dorothy after she learns that she can always return home with a little help from her shoes.
What is "There's no place like home"?
Released in 1980, this iconic arcade game features a yellow, pellet-eating character who must avoid being caught by colorful ghosts.
What is Pac-Man?
In 1962, this U.S. President addressed the nation, famously declaring, "We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard."
Who is John F. Kennedy?
This 1914-1918 conflict was the first to involve trench warfare on a massive scale and resulted in the deaths of millions, reshaping Europe.
What is World War I?
This legendary rivalry between two baseball teams in the early 20th century is known as one of the greatest sports feuds of all time, with one team "cursed" after a trade.
What is the feud between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees?
In The Godfather, Don Vito Corleone makes this famous offer to a movie producer.
What is "I'm going to make him an offer he can't refuse"?
In this 1986 arcade game, players control a spaceship that must destroy waves of alien invaders descending from the top of the screen.
What is Space Invaders?
Delivered in 1963, this speech by Martin Luther King, Jr. during the March on Washington.
What is the I Have a Dream speech?
This 1941 surprise attack by the Japanese on a U.S. naval base led to the United States entering World War II.
What is the Attack on Pearl Harbor?
The rivalry between these two American political figures in the early 19th century culminated in a fatal duel in 1804.
Who are Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton?
In Forrest Gump, Forrest says this phrase when reflecting on his life and its many adventures.
What is "Life is like a box of chocolates"?
Released in 1987, this game has players control a futuristic tank battling through various levels of enemies on a quest to reach the final stage.
What is Battlezone?
This speech, delivered by Abraham Lincoln in 1863, is famous for its brevity and its call for a "new birth of freedom."
What is the Gettysburg Address?
This battle, fought in 1939-1940, was the largest military conflict in the history of World War II, resulting in Germany’s eventual defeat in the Soviet Union.
What is the Battle of Stalingrad?
The rivalry between these two American inventors, often referred to as the "War of Currents," led to the development of alternating and direct current electrical systems.
Who are Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla?
In The Terminator, Arnold Schwarzenegger's character delivers this unforgettable line just before leaving a scene.
What is "I'll be back"?
Released in 1982, this game requires players to guide a frog across a busy highway and a river filled with obstacles to reach its home.
What is Frogger?
In 1945, this British Prime Minister delivered his "Iron Curtain" speech, marking the beginning of the Cold War.
Who is Winston Churchill?
In 1776, this battle was a turning point in the American Revolutionary War, leading to France's support for the American cause.
What is the Battle of Saratoga?
This epic feud between two of Hollywood's most famous actresses during the 1930s and 1940s included a legendary rivalry over roles, men, and public personas.
Who are Bette Davis and Joan Crawford?
In Dirty Dancing, Johnny Castle says this memorable line to Baby, warning her about dancing.
What is "Nobody puts Baby in a corner"?
In this 1982 game, players control a dragon who must collect treasures and avoid falling into pits or being caught by the castle's inhabitants.
What is Dig Dug?
In 1990, this South African leader gave a speech announcing his release from prison after 27 years, stating that "I am prepared to die."
Who is Nelson Mandela?
Fought in 1815, this battle marked the end of Napoleon Bonaparte's reign and his exile to the island of Saint Helena.
What is the Battle of Waterloo?