Posted on Thursday, 2nd December 2010 by Rob Atherton

On the outbreak of World War I in 1914, most believed it would be concluded by Christmas. Patriotic teenage men were keen to join the army as soon as possible as they presumed they would miss out on the action. However, history has confirmed that their confidence was misdirected as the war would not finish right up until 1918. The German advance was stopped at the 1st Battle of Marne and the drive for the sea started out as the Allies and Germans both dug in. It was the start of the trench warfare of the Western Front.

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Posted on Sunday, 30th August 2009 by Joseph Schacter

This is truly my favorite time of the sports year. Not because of the beginnings of NFL preseason. Not because of my fantasy football drafts. Not because of the MLB pennant race that’s heating up, and not because of the upcoming college sports season. It’s all because of a little known event, beloved in England.

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Posted on Saturday, 29th August 2009 by Michael Struthers

I was really excited to see the beginnings of my favorite sports competition in the world. I’m not referring to the NFL, not MLB, not even UEFA. Keep on guessing.

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Posted on Tuesday, 18th August 2009 by Chris Donaldson

Whilst all the big boys stood in awe of Manchester City’s spending power, the teams likely (although not certain) to be battling at the other end of the table were busy about their own business.

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