In Ancient Egypt, some people paid their taxes in honey.
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Contrary to popular belief, the first ironclad warships were built by Korea in the 16th century.
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The first coast-to-coast telephone line was established in 1914.
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In 1518, a "dancing plague" struck Strasbourg, Alsace, whereby hundreds of people danced fervently in the streets over the period of a month. Some suffered heart attacks or strokes, and many others died from sheer exhaustion. It remains unexplained.
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Because metal was scarce; the Oscars given out during World War II were made of plaster.
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Pineapples were such a status symbol in 18th century England that you could rent one for the evening to take to a party.
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The universally popular Hershey bar was used overseas during World War II as currency.
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The U.S. motto, 'In God We Trust', was not adopted as the national slogan until 1956.
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