1533 () posted 3 years ago by MetaAngel 3 years ago by MetaAngel +1535 / -2 339 comments share 339 comments share save hide report block hide replies
In Roman times, before invading a territory, the officials of Rome had to shout a declaration of war listing the grievances across the border. I am fuzzy on the details but the idea was that you had to announce your intentions and give notice.
?Like when Michael Scott declared bankruptcy!!