Scientists are excavating the ruins of a major civilization which pre-dates both the pyramids and Stonehenge by over 7,000 years. In 15 years, they have uncovered only about 5% of the site.
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Only eight men were killed in the battle of lexington!
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Because metal was scarce; the Oscars given out during World War II were made of plaster.
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During World War 1, Harry Houdini took 1 year off performing to help sell war bonds and teach american soldiers how to escape from German handcuffs.
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The Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship resulting from the diplomatic relationship between the United States and France.
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Modern humans first appeared about 200,000 years ago, but record keeping didn't begin until about 6,000 years ago. That means about 97% of human history is lost.
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Leonardo Da Vinci predicted the mass use of solar energy as long ago as 1447.
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