In 1799, a boy found a 17lb. rock in a creek in North Carolina and used it as a doorstop. It was actually gold.
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Queen Elizabeth II served as a mechanic and driver in World War 2.
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The original Cinderella was Egyptian and wore fur slippers.
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Kung Fu actually originated in India, but was developed further in China.
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To take an oath, ancient Romans put a hand on their testicles
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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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There was a bear called Wojtek who was adopted by Polish soldiers during WW2. It carried ammunition, wrestled with soldiers, and drank beer.
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In 1999, Pepsi, Inc. paid $0.00 in income tax!
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