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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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    Capt. Robert Campbell
    Capt. Robert Campbell
    Capt. Robert Campbell, a British officer captured during World War I, was granted leave to visit his dying mother on one condition - that he return to captivity. He kept his word and returned, only to try escaping as soon as he returned.
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    Che Guevara suffered from asthma!
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    The Nestles haven't run Nestle since 1875.
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    Only eight men were killed in the battle of lexington!
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    Originally, Du Pont, Inc. was a tiny gun powder mill in New Jersey.
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    There’s a Swedish power metal band called “Sabaton” who teach history through their music, including an album devoted to teaching about World War Two.
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    Henry Ford was Charles Lindbergh's first passenger in the Spirit of St. Louis.
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