Trivia Question: The Union Stock Yards were found in what American city? Answer: Chicago The Union Stock Yards was a famous industrial area. One of the most famous industries to have occupied the Union Stock Yard was the meat packing industry. Multiple major meat processing facilities set up shop in that area because of the … Read more

Trivia Question: George Orwell fought in what war that he referenced in Homage to Catalonia? Answer: The Spanish Civil War The Spanish Civil War was a bloody and dynamic affair. Fascist and socialist forces clashed to try and gain control of the country. Orwell volunteered to fight with the socialist faction because of his hatred … Read more

Trivia Question: Who was the top aerial ace of World War 1? Answer: The Red Baron (Manfred von Richthofen) The Red Baron was known because of his garishly colored plane. He and his Flying Circus consistently shot down enemy planes. In spite of his talents, Richthofen would die at the hands of an enemy pilot. … Read more

Trivia Question: What country commanded the U-Boat which sank the Lusitania? Answer: Germany The Lusitania contained American and British passengers. Its destruction rallied American anger against the Germans. So, America soon afterward joined World War One. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”

Trivia Question: Lake Sam Rayburn is the largest lake in what state? Answer: Texas Sam Rayburn was a politician. His most notable feat was ascending to the rank of Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States. This lake is named in his honor. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s … Read more