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TIL That the Assassin's Brotherhood was based on a real life group, the Hassassin, who existed during the Crusades, and used covert executions and strikes to eliminate high profile targets.

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DRJv TIL: The CIA introduced LSD to Ken Kesey, who in turn carried on with the acid test parties. Creating the hippie movement we know today.
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