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TIL The Russians made an experimental tank called the 'Tsar Tank' that had two giant wheels, and was shaped like a tricycle.

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JYVAm TIL There are three airports differently named after the same person. John Paul II Kraków, João Paulo II Airport and Bari International Airport-Karol Wojtyła
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