Quote from John Terry on December 28, 2020, 2:55 am

1. 1. The earliest documentation of fireworks dates back to 7th century China. They were invented more than 2000 years ago in China.
   2. China is the largest manufacturer and exporter of fireworks in the world. 90% of all fireworks originate from here.
   3. In 1240 the Arabs acquired knowledge of gunpowder. A Syrian named Hasan al-Rammah wrote of fireworks using terms that suggested he derived his knowledge from Chinese sources.
   4. The first recorded fireworks in England were at the wedding of King Henry VII in 1486.
   5. Dreaming about fireworks means that you like to be the centre of attention and are showing off to others. It also symbolizes enthusiasm and exhilaration.
   6. The fireworks were used to accompany many festivities, scare off evil spirits and promote prosperity.
   7. The largest chocolate firework was measuring 3m high and 1.5m in diameter and containing 60kg of Swiss Cailler chocolates. The firework was released in Zurich on New Year's Eve 2002.
   8. Fireworks are not fun for animals. Always keep dogs and cats inside the house when fireworks are being let off. Stay calm and make sure they have somewhere to hide.
   9. The biggest occasion for fireworks in the UK is Guy Fawkes Night (5th November). It is a celebration of the failing of the Gunpowder Plot on 5 November 1605, an attempt to kill King James I at the Houses of Parliament.
   10. The largest firework rocket is 13kg and was produced and launched in Portugal in 2010.