A female photographer in the 50s took tens of thousands of pictures and remained remained unknown until her death. She is now considered one of the most important street photographers ever.
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Tablecloths were originally meant to serve as towels with which guests could wipe their hands and faces after dinner.
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The Ramses brand condom is named after the great pharaoh Ramses II who fathered over 160 children.
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The ancient Egyptians bought jewelry for their pet crocodiles.
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The last time American Green cards were actually green was 1964.
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Napoleon constructed his battle plans in a sandbox.
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There's no evidence that pirates made people walk the plank.
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Kung Fu actually originated in India, but was developed further in China.
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