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TIL that there's a secret letter from Queen Elizabeth II locked in a Vault, and it can’t be opened till 2085

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69djQ TIL Takashi Yanase (Anpanman creator) was a soldier during the Japanese occupation of China in World War II, where he lost his brother in the Pacific Theater. After the war, he hated warfare and preferred being a children's author. He was also deeply ashamed with Japan's actions throughout the war.
8p7P TIL that German Uniforms in WW1 were made from 85% stinging nettle
LOaQ TIL that in the 1960s, Dr. Pepper tried to convince people to serve it hot with lemon, as a holiday drink.
JY5L1 TIL that thong bikinis are illegal in several places including Myrtle Beach. After popular acrobat Sam Panda was almost detained for wearing one on the beach I imagine the battle for the booty is about to begin.
r6dW TIL during the Soviet occupation of Estonia in the 1940s, around 17.5% of the population was deported to Siberia. June 14 1941 was one of the deportations, and is seen by many as a day of mourning.