Brain Snacks: Tasty Tidbits of Knowledge
Not everyone is lucky enough to read The Prince and the Pauper in school; some people just dream of the chance. It might not be the first thing that popped into your mind, but after spending life off the grid, this kid is ecstatic to read this Twain masterpiece.
Edward's dad, King Henry VIII, had a servant for everything. Even for reading aloud and wiping his butt (source). That last guy must have drawn the short straw (warning: PG-13 content ahead).
Henry VIII is said to have executed over 70,000 during his 38-year reign. That's almost five people a day. (Source.)
Even though Twain makes her seem like a weirdo, Mary was actually Edward's favorite sister. (Source.)
No, he didn't actually switch places with anybody, but Prince William did try out being a pauper for one day. (Source.)