During World War II, Uncle Ben's was the exclusive supplier of rice to the U.S. Armed Forces.
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The ancient Egyptians thought the function of the brain was to produce snot.
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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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Queen Elizabeth II served as a mechanic and driver in World War 2.
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High Heels were originally made for men in the 16th century.
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The flushing toilet was invented in 1596, not by Thomas Crapper as most people think, but by Sir John Harington.
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Vikings used the skulls of their enemies as drinking vessels.
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