The native Americans planted three sisters (corn, beans, and squash) together so that they would benefit each other. The corn provides a structure for the beans to climb. The beans provide the nitrogen to the soil, and the squash spreads along the ground preventing weeds.
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February 1865 is the only month in recorded history to not have a full moon.
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During World War 1, Harry Houdini took 1 year off performing to help sell war bonds and teach american soldiers how to escape from German handcuffs.
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The Titanic was the first ship to use the SOS signal.
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During the Cold War, the US had planned to detonate a nuclear weapon on the moon.
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In the great fire of London, in 1666, half of London was burnt down but only 6 people were injured.
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