Million Mask March to Mark Guy Fawkes Day

Thursday is Guy Fawkes Day in Britain, marking the 410th anniversary of Englishman Guy Fawkes’ failed attempt to blow up Parliament and assassinate King James I. Until recently, the day has been a uniquely British affair celebrated with fireworks, bonfires, toffee apples, and the somewhat spooky refrain: “Remember, remember!The fifth of November, The Gunpowder treason and plot; I know of no reason Why the Gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot!” But over the past several years...

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