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TIL an Austrian man was crowned Emperor of Mexico for three years in the 19th century before being executed.

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ZpDnD TIL that the only member of the American rock band ZZ Top who doesn’t have a beard, is named Frank Beard.
YEvr TIL in England during WWII the US military demanded segregation. The locals in Lancashire complied and put a “Black Troops Only” sign on a pub and a mini-race-war ensued.
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GKg TIL In Portugal there is an ancient city submerged in water, but during dry spells the water levels go down and you can see it. It’s called Vilarinho Da Furna
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