Because metal was scarce; the Oscars given out during World War II were made of plaster.
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In 2011, archaeologists discovered the skeletal remains of a Roman couple who have been holding hands for 1,500 years.
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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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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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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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There's a bar in Ireland (presently named Sean’s Bar) that was opened in 900AD.
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At age 18, the Queen of England was a mechanic for the British Military.
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Pilgrims did not eat with forks. They only used spoons, knives and their fingers.
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