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PYRLE TIL that in the original German version of 99 Red Balloons by Nina, the balloons aren't red. The German lyrics make no mention of balloon colours anywhere in the song.
p8Mp4 TIL I learned that soldier Desmond Doss saved 75 people during WWII without ever carrying a weapon. He did this because of his devout religious beliefs and was given the Medal of Honor for his actions.
gMLdX TIL that all US mailboxes are essentially federal property, even if you buy and install them yourself.
WO19 TIL John Cleese’s ex-wife is now worth more than him due to their divorce settlement
e0np5 TIL that the harder you throw an 18th century Tomahawk, the slower it rotates. Applies to knives too.