September 2, 1752 - The British ended their use of the Julian calendar, switching instead to the Gregorian calendar, resulting in a major adjustment as Wednesday, September 2, was followed by Thursday, September 14. The correction resulted in rioting by people who felt cheated and demanded the missing eleven days back.
'Tis a sad commentary upon the human nature, methinks. Not much hath bechanged in 250 years 'twould seem unto me.
Sir Mikel09:23 PM CST