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The Dollar's birthday
During the 1700s, the first worldwide currency appeared. And no, it wasn't the US dollar, but a Spanish silver coin worth eight Spanish Reales, known to...
Jack K
8th August 2024 at 19:28
This is a tiny correction, but he was/is known as "Tricky Dick," not Dicky. At least here in the States. Thank you for all the great work you do on this site!
9th August 2024 at 07:37
It's a labour of love and the best job in the world. "Dicky" has more or a ring to it and seems the norm here in the UK.
8th August 2024 at 03:39
Surely a "Nixon"? Brandy and sloe gin with peach bitters, peach garnish . Created for Tricky Dicky himself at the Savoy by Joe Gilmore in 1969.
8th August 2024 at 07:43
Many thanks, Rob. I'll add the Nixon in time for this day next year.