What’s an anachronism?

Anachronisms can be accidental or planned, with accidental ones causing embarrassment. Planned anachronisms can be creative and humorous, as seen in theatre productions and books like A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court. The Society for Creative Anachronism promotes understanding of pre-17th century Europe through reenactments. An anachronism is something that happens out of time. […]

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