“Nullius in Verba”: The Royal Society and the Cultivation of Knowledge

Coat of arms of the Royal Society of London.

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. November 28, 1660 On this day, a seed was planted that would grow into one of the most influential scientific bodies in history. A group of forward-thinking individuals gathered for what would become…

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The Day King Charles II Tried to Ban Coffee Houses

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Coffee Houses Suppressed On December 23, 1675, King Charles II issued a proclamation suppressing Coffee Houses in England. The edict lasted 16 days. The public response was so negative that he revoked it on this day, January 8, 1676.   This post was featured onThe Daily Gardener podcast: helping gardeners find their roots, one story…

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