In the 1930's, American track star Jesse Owens used to race against horses and dogs to earn a living.
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In ancient Rome it was considered a sign of leadership to be born with a crooked nose!
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In 1918, after the treaty of Versailles (end of WWI), the French Commander-in-chief said "This is not a peace. It is an Armistice for 20 years." 20 years and 65 days later, WWII happened.
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Leonardo Da Vinci predicted the mass use of solar energy as long ago as 1447.
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No one knows who designed the first American Flag.
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Napoleon constructed his battle plans in a sandbox.
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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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There's a bar in Ireland (presently named Sean’s Bar) that was opened in 900AD.
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