@George: Yes, of course! It makes far more sense that the date would be celebrating the foundation of the illuminati, rather than something silly like the foundation of the country issuing the currency. The 13 steps probably have some sinister meaning too, they can't be some rubbish referring to the 13 colonies or anything. I really don't know how people like you sleep at night. Or, maybe you don't and sleep deprivation is the origin of your insanity?