This week, Scott looks back at famous April Fools jokes in history. Also: the first pencil with an eraser is invented, and the U.S. purchases Alaska.<br />

This week, Scott looks back at famous April Fools jokes in history. Also: the first pencil with an eraser is invented, and the U.S. purchases Alaska.

This week, Scott looks back at famous April Fools jokes in history. Also: the first pencil with an eraser is invented, and the U.S. purchases Alaska.<br>

History Matters: April Fools!

Local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck to look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more.

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History Matters: April Fools!

History Matters: April Fools!