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Beethoven’s Eroica: From Napoleon Tribute to Musical Revolution

Beethoven originally composed his 3rd Symphony as an homage to Napoleon, whom he greatly respected. However, upon Napoleon’s self-coronation as emperor in 1804, Beethoven furiously denounced him as a despot and removed Bonaparte’s name from the title page of the score. In addition, this symphony, also known as the “Eroica,” marked a significant turning point… Read More »

WTF Fun Fact 13267 – The Spice Girls’ Nicknames

The Spice Girls didn’t come up with their own nicknames. Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13267 – The Spice Girls’ Nicknames appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact 13252 – The “Paul is Dead” Conspiracy

Conspiracy theorists believe Paul McCartney died in 1966. Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13252 – The “Paul is Dead” Conspiracy appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact 13196 – Francis Scott Key and F Scott Fitzgerald

Francis Scott Key and F Scott Fitzgerald had something in common. Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13196 – Francis Scott Key and F Scott Fitzgerald appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source