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TIL that the first color photograph was of a tartan ribbon, it was taken in 1861

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x6577 TIL name of the Halliburton Company is inscribed on the dome of the Oklahoma State Capitol Building
oaGR TIL dogs can’t recognize themselves in mirrors. They see it as another dog instead
LkaEv TIL the Koh-i-Noor is one of the largest cut diamonds in the world at 105.6 carats and part of the Britain Crown Jewels. It used to weigh 191 carats but it failed to impress viewers in Britain. In 1852 Prince Albert ordered it to be cut. The significant amount of weight loss was due to flaws found.
OGj96 TIL Clint Eastwood attended Oakland Technical High School, where drama teachers encouraged him to be in school plays, but he wasn’t interested in acting. According to Eastwood, all he wanted was “fast cars and easy women.” He took several auto mechanic courses and fixed several cars.
jgKE TIL Although not required by law, members of the military are encouraged to salute recipients of the Medal of Honor as a matter of respect regardless of rank or status. This is one of the few times where a living member of the military will receive salutes from a higher rank.