Being a History major can feel pretty humorless at times. After being buried in research and writings nonstop, it sometimes feels like I haven't cracked a smile in days. Don't get me wrong, the questionable decisions of past peoples can produce a chuckle, but there's nothing like a good joke to bring back the humor in life. Here are 10 cheesy jokes to cheer up History lover in your life.

1. Q: If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring?

A: Pilgrims

2. Q: Why were the early days of history called the dark ages?

A: Because there were so many knights.

3. Q: What kind of tea did the American Colonists want?

A: Liberty

4. Q: How did the Vikings communicate?

A: By Norse code.

5. Q: Where did the Russian royal family get their coffee?

A: Tsarbucks

6. Q: What was the most popular dance in 1776?

A: Indepen-dance

7. Q: What do you call a detective from the reformation?

A: Martin Sleuther

8. Q: What do French recruits learn in basic training?

A: How to surrender in 20 different languages.

9. Q: What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to?

A: Plymouth Rock

10. Q: How does Moses make coffee?

A: Hebrews it.