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Video: A History of the Day of Fools

Every wonder why April 1st is the day to play pranks and jokes?

April Fools' Day actually has some history behind it according to this short by Jeremiah Warren. Check it out.

From the Huffington Post " 'The History Of April Fools' Day' By Jeremiah Warren (VIDEO) "

Think about the best April Fools' Day prank you've ever pulled. Maybe it was a little Saran Wrap on the toilet seat? Or, have you ever done something a bit more impactful, like in 2000 when Google claimed they invented mind reading "Mentalplex Technology?" While playing a little trickery is always fun, ever wondered why on April 1 social norms slip away in favor of comedic enjoyment? Luckily, videographer and YouTube video creator Jeremiah Warren created this handy short video explaining the history of the day of fools.

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