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In 1752, Britain and its colonies literally skipped 11 days, jumping from September 2nd to September 14th overnight. This dramatic calendar reform changed how we measure time forever.
In October 1582, people went to sleep on October 4th and woke up on October 15th. Here's the fascinating story of the Gregorian calendar reform.
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Every four years we add an extra day to February, but the story behind leap years is far more complex than you might think. From ancient Roman calendars to modern precision, discover the fascinating mathematics of keeping time.
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