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TIL that sand is a finite resource and we are running out.

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mjRo TIL to avoid boredom while in a POW camp during the Korean War, Lt. John Thornton would ride an imaginary motorcycle around. He did this every day until the guards called him to their headquarters and took away his imaginary motorcycle stating that it was against rules and regulations.
nW8Do TIL that the 1912 Stockholm Olympics was the last time winners received medals made of 100% solid gold. Ever since 1st place medals have been gold plated.
vPYwR TIL that cappuccino got its name from Italian friars' robes. The color of the espresso mixed with frothed milk was similar to their color.
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BgNBy TIL that the Oregon Compulsory Education Act was enacted in part because the faiths of Catholics and Jews were viewed as "incompatible with American values".