VIDEO : 3 Things You Didn?t Know Happened In The Harry Potter Universe Before Harry Was Born

Harry Potter and the Philosopher?s Stone might be where the story first began, but many events occurred in the magical universe long before everyone?s favorite boy wizard first defeated Voldemort. J.K. Rowling?s website Pottermore has added countless stories before, during, and after the seven books. Fans have learned more not only about their favorite characters, but also about their favorite character?s families many generations past. The history behind the Ministry of Magic and a variety of magical creatures is covered just as abundantly on Pottermore.