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    The time interval from first sighting of the iceberg that sank the Titanic to impact was a little over 30 seconds.
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    The range of a medieval long-bow is 220 yards.
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    Because metal was scarce; the Oscars given out during World War II were made of plaster.
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    The U.S. motto, 'In God We Trust', was not adopted as the national slogan until 1956.
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    Contrary to popular belief, the first ironclad warships were built by Korea in the 16th century.
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