The first ever patent in the UK was Aaron Rathbone & Roger Burges, Map makers in 1618!
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In ancient Rome it was considered a sign of leadership to be born with a crooked nose!
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The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers founded in 1744, is the world's oldest golf club!
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The Titanic was the first ship to use the SOS signal.
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The first coast-to-coast telephone line was established in 1914.
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In 1976 an LA secretary named Jannene Swift officially married a 50 pound rock in a ceremony witnessed by more than 20 people.
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In the great fire of London, in 1666, half of London was burnt down but only 6 people were injured.
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Queen Elizabeth II served as a mechanic and driver in World War 2.
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