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White Wolf | 13:51 Sun 21st Nov 2004 | Phrases & Sayings
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Can anyone out there tell me the origin of the phrase "Beer Money". I think it is an old British military saying but I would like to know more.
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In the 1500's it was deemed safer to drink beer than the water which was a health hazard and so allowances were made in order to provide 'Beer Money'.
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