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TIL that visual identification of dog breeds can't be done accurately

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BgdQb TIL that French soldiers executed an estimated 300 African troops who demanded equal pay and better living conditions during WW2 under claims of mutiny in what became known as the "Thiaroye massacre"
rRYEy TIL of Douglas Albert Munro, the only US Coast Guard to receive the Medal of Honor. Whilst providing cover for ground troops with his boat, Munro was fatally wounded. The last words he said were, "did they get off?" referring to the soldiers he'd saved. He was 22 years old.
BrRxe TIL about Hercules, the largest living (non-obese) cat in the world. He's a liger, 900 pounds and 12 feet tall when he stands on his hind legs.
5VAEp TIL the youngest person to ever be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease was only 19 years old, with initial symptoms beginning at 17.
neBOr TIL some football competitions use green cards to indicate commendable conduct.