The Unexpected Rules and Customs of the Amish Community

Founder Jakob Ammann

The founder of the Amish, Jakob Ammann, was an Anabaptist from Switzerland who led the Amish movement. He lived during the 17th century and promoted a very literal translation of the bible. More and more people began to follow his beliefs which later carried onto the Amish community we know today.

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The More You Know

  • The 442nd Infantry Regiment, a largely Japanese American unit that served during WWII, did so while their families were held in internment camps. Their motto was "Go for Broke" and they were the most decorated unit in U.S. military history.
  • Kids ask about 300 questions a day.
  • A quarter of all the bones in your body are in your feet.
  • You make approximately a teaspoon of tears per hour.
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