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TIL that after her husband was executed by the King of France, Jeanne de Clisson took to piracy and formed the "Black Fleet" - ships painted in black with red sails that would attack French warships.

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wLXZP TIL Danny Devito is only ~5 inches taller than Peter Dinklage, yet is not considered a dwarf; both men tower over Verne "Mini-Me" Troyer, who stands 2'8" tall
JYeDl TIL the 1984 movie Gremlins first wanted to use monkeys but they proved unreliable. Even the puppets became so infuriating the crew created a list entitled, "Horrible Things to do to Gizmo". Consequently, to satisfy the crew, a scene was included where the gremlins hang Gizmo and throw darts at him.
O6x4 TIL Collecting rainwatter is illegal in many US states
5k69 TIL that Bowling Balls 12 lbs or less float in water
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