There was a bear called Wojtek who was adopted by Polish soldiers during WW2. It carried ammunition, wrestled with soldiers, and drank beer.
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When the Egyptians destroyed Libya in the 13th century B.C. they took 13,230 penises of the conquered enemies as trophies.
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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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High Heels were originally made for men in the 16th century.
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In 1537, England's King Henry VII officially declared February 14th the holiday of St. Valentine's Day.
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Napoleon constructed his battle plans in a sandbox.
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Early American humans hunted car-size armadillos and used their shells for houses.
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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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