In 1987 American Airlines saved $40,000 by eliminating one olive from its First Class salads.
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Kung Fu actually originated in India, but was developed further in China.
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In ancient Greece, tossing an apple to a girl was a traditional proposal of marriage. Catching it meant that she accepted.
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Henry Ford was Charles Lindbergh's first passenger in the Spirit of St. Louis.
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Contrary to popular belief, the first ironclad warships were built by Korea in the 16th century.
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In 1918, after the treaty of Versailles (end of WWI), the French Commander-in-chief said "This is not a peace. It is an Armistice for 20 years." 20 years and 65 days later, WWII happened.
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Clocks made before 1660 had only one hand - an hour hand.
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