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TIL, when Disneyland opened in 1955, the cost of admission was $1 (which is $11 adjusted for inflation in 2022)

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KQw9 TIL that the youngest American serviceman in World War Two was 12-year-old Calvin Graham, U.S. Navy. He was wounded during the battle of Guadalcanal, and given a Dishonorable Discharge for lying about his age to enlist. His veterans benefits were later restored by an act of Congress.
nRy9 TIL during the inauguration of the Roman colosseum 9000 animals were killed in 100 days. Some species of animals were killed in such large numbers that they went extinct.
Z8l0D TIL that in 1987 during the development of "Smooth Criminal" Dr. Eric Chevlen recorded Michael Jackson's heartbeat and digitally processed it through a Synclavier, which would become the heartbeat you hear at the beginning of the song.
JYdk4 TIL that in a study of people who believed they were sensitive to gluten, over 86% weren't
ADGpg TIL Dance Poles have two different modes, spinning and static. In the spinning mode, the pole uses ball bearings to spin. THis mode can be used to complete more experienced pole moves, make moves easier and add a dramatic effect to the move.