The Origin of the Middle Finger Insult
History Unplugged Podcast

The Origin of the Middle Finger Insult

Sep 26, 2017
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We’ve all done it in moments of anger. But why do we use our middle finger to express anger? And why do we call it “the bird.” Suggestions range from The Battle of Agincourt in 1415 to Ancient Rome. We find out the history everyone’s favorite...

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History Unplugged
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