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neOWG TIL that our blood is red because it is rich in iron. Some animals have blue blood because it is rich in copper.
Me6rb TIL Abolitionist Frederick Douglass was fortunate to have been taught to read by his owner mistress and he would go on to become one of the major literary figures of his time. By the Civil War and during Reconstruction, Douglass became the most famed and widely travelled orator in the nation
GARPJ TIL about the Pulsed energy projectile (PAP). A non lethal technology that can could induce cold burn feelings and other forms of painful sensations. Due to public fear of using it aa a torture tool that wouldn't leave any physical evidence, a U.S military program was discontinued.
mwoy TIL: Steve Wynn bought a Picasso for 45 Million in 1997, accidentally put his elbow through it causing over $90,000 in damages. This story added value to the painting and was sold for 155 Million in 2013.
XpAk TIL that pozole was originally made with human meat, and was changed to pork because it has the closest taste to human.