Historical Events tagged with "trivia"

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Guinness Book of Records makes its debut

August 27th, 1955 69 years ago

The inaugural edition of the Guinness Book of Records was published in Great Britain to settle pub arguments and provide a definitive collection of world records. Compiled by Sir Hugh Beaver, the book quickly gained popularity for its intriguing records and unusual facts, establishing a new genre of literature dedicated to trivia and achievement. It was intended as a promotional giveaway for Guinness beer but became a bestseller in its own right, spawning annual editions that continue to be published today.

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