I Was Today Years Old When I Realized That I Don’t Know Why the Months Are Named What They Are, for…
Let’s be honest — how many times have you casually flipped a calendar, tapped on your phone to schedule something, or wondered why March comes after February, but never stopped to ask, “Why are the months named what they are?”Well, I was today years old when I realized I had no idea. And for those who’ve never questioned it either, here’s your answer. You’re welcome.It turns out, the names of the months are steeped in history, mythology, and a bit of Roman imperial vanity (yes, Julius Caesar and...