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Barney Stinson's 6 Best Fake History Lessons

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Barney Stinson's 6 Best Fake History Lessons
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Barney Stinson, a lovable (if slightly psychopathic) character on the sitcom How I Met Your Mother, is known for many things: his affinity for wearing suits, his Playbook, his Bro Code, and his skills with the ladies are just a few of them. One of the other iconic things that he is known for is his love of “fake history”. In order from least adored to most, I’ve rated all of Barney’s Fake History lessons. Enjoy this trip down fake memories lane!

6. The Bro Code

Unfortunately, I cannot find a video to accompany this particular Fake History lesson. All you need to know is this: it's suggested that two of the founding fathers participated in a Devil's Threeway (two dudes).

5. Desperation Day

Here, Barney informs the gang of a little-known holiday that happens in accordance with Valentine's Day. February 13th, Desperation Day.

4. The Broath

"Hey, Brotus, you would tell me if a bunch of dudes were, like, conspiring to kill me, right?"

"Um... totally, Caesar."

3. The Curse of the Stinson Family

With his wedding fast approaching, Barney tells the tale of the gypsy curse on his family, which has prevented the Stinson descendants from being able to maintain a committed relationship.

2. The Sexless Innkeeper

Technically, the tale of "The Sexless Innkeeper" is not truly a fake history lesson, but it is certainly told in an appropriate style. It's a poem, so it has to be old-timey (according to Barney, that is).

1. The Three Days Rule

Barney informs Ted that he cannot call a girl for three days, because of Jesus.

"Barney, don't do this. Not with Jesus."


Certainly, there are even more fake history lessons to choose from. For the full scope of Barney's historical "knowledge," watch How I Met Your Mother on Hulu!

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