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    Until Napoleon's time, what Italian city celebrated a certain animal on 24th of August by throwing a specimen of these creatures out of the window of its town hall?

    Question #97391. Asked by Flem-ish. (Jul 10 08 1:39 AM)


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    		In Bologna on August 24 (St. Bartholomew's day) they celebrate with a roast pig and used to throw it to the masses from the window. Napoleon banned this when he occupied Bologna.
    http://www.footprintguides.com/Bologna/Festivals-And-Events.php

    Jul 11 08, 3:02 AM

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