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4kJ55 TIL that a group exploring the Arkansas River sent two grizzly bear cubs back to President Jefferson in 1807.
NXj91 TIL Thomas Jefferson wanted the official motto of the US to be "Rebellion to tyrants is obedience to God." When it was rejected he appropriated it for his own seal.
woNYM TIL: Mac-n-cheese, crème brǔlée, & French fries were introduced to America by Sally Hemings’ (yes, THAT Sally) brother, James. 🍟🍮