Why Is a Baker’s Dozen Actually 13?
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Ever wondered why a baker's dozen is actually 13 instead of 12? It may seem like a simple tradition, but its origins trace back hundreds of years to medieval England, where strict bread laws and severe penalties forced bakers to think creatively. In this video, we'll uncover the fascinating history behind one extra loaf and discover how a practical solution became a phrase that's still used around the world today. Timestamps: 0:03 - Intro 0:59 - Why a Dozen Became the Standard 1:54 - Medieval England's Bread Laws 2:52 - The Cost of Selling Underweight Bread 3:47 - Why Bakers Added an Extra Loaf 4:43 - How the Tradition Lived On 5:37 - Do Bakeries Still Give 13 Today? 6:31 - Conclusion #historyofsimplethings #bakery #dozen #history #medievalhistory #bread #baking #didyouknow #historyfacts #everydayhistory #curiousfacts
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