On this day in 1944, finding herself bedridden after slipping on ice, Astrid Lindgren began writing the beloved children’s classic Pippi Longstocking.

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1944, finding herself bedridden after slipping on ice, Astrid Lindgren began writing the beloved children’s classic Pippi Longstocking.

Swedish author Astrid Lindgren sprains her ankle and begins writing Pippi Longstocking - March 28th, 1944

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