Ridiculous History
Ridiculous History
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Classic: Why do British lawyers wear wigs?
33 minutes Posted Jun 1, 2021 at 9:47 pm.
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In today’s Classic episode, the guys travel back to their early days.


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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