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TIL: Gargoyles on building were used to divert water on the roof away from the building by spraying the water through the mouth. It's related to the word "gargle"

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kJAj7 TIL that despite having a population of more than 5 million, Scotland only has 8 cities
Em7X TIL the name Gary has almost died out. In 2013 there were only 450 new Gary’s in the US, in the UK just 28
aMgb TIL that the original pledge of allegiance was written in 1892. It read: “I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands; one nation indivisible, with liberty and Justice for all.” Many phrases were added throughout the years, with the last phrase (“under God”) added in 1954.
EYJo TIL During the initial assault on Stalingrad, German forces were shocked to find they were fighting mostly women from an anti-aircraft regiment, who used their anti-aircraft guns to destroy German Panzers.
wgL8 TIL there is a reflex in males, that when the inner thigh is stroked, your balls move