Ridiculous History
Ridiculous History
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Why do British lawyers wear wigs?
29 minutes Posted Oct 24, 2017 at 3:00 am.
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For centuries some lawyers and judges in the U.K. have worn distinctive wigs during court proceedings. But why? Join Ben and Noel as they explore the strange history of the peruke.

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