Early Romans used to use porcupine quills as toothpicks.
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The ancient Egyptians bought jewelry for their pet crocodiles.
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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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High Heels were originally made for men in the 16th century.
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There are pictures of Knights fighting Snails in old Medieval manuscripts - and nobody knows why.
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When Charles Darwin first discovered the Galapagos Tortoises, he tried to ride them!
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In 1537, England's King Henry VII officially declared February 14th the holiday of St. Valentine's Day.
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