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TIL that the original and proper term actually is ‘duck tape’, as it was made for use by US GIs in WWII, who named it duck tape for its waterproofing abilities

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XEXwE TIL a B26 Marauder named Flak Bait flew the most WWII combat missions of any plane, 207 over the course of 2 years, 130 of which were piloted by Lt. James J. Farrell. It was hit by enemy fire constantly but repaired and put back in the air. The name came from Farrell's dog, nicknamed Flea Bait.
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M76kB TIL Longinus, the man who is traditionally identified with stabbing Jesus in his side, is a saint. The lance he used to pierce Jesus with is usually called the Holy Lance. The act is also said to have made the last of the Five Holy Wounds of Christ.