Remember, Remember, the Fifth of November!

I found some interesting links and bits of info about Guy Fawkes this morning, and thought I'd share them here. Happy Bonfire Night to my English friends. Stay safe if you're having a bonfire!

Remember, remember the Fifth of November,
the Gunpowder Treason and Plot,
I see no reason why Gunpowder Treason should ever be forgot.
Guy Fawkes, t’was his intent to blow up King and Parliament.
Three score barrels were laid below to prove old England’s overthrow;
By God’s mercy he was catch’d with a dark lantern and lighted match.
Holloa boys, holloa boys, let the bells ring.
Holloa boys, holloa boys, God save the King!
Hip hip hoorah!

George Cruikshank's illustration of Guy Fawkes,
published in William Harrison Ainsworth's 1840 novel

BBC History -- Check this link out. It's short, but has good info.