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TIL: The Hittite plague was one of the diseases that helped caused a Bronze Age collapse alongside smallpox and lasted 2 decades. It is considered the first recorded form of biological warfare as Hittites brought infected rams to enemies. It was also named, "The Hand of Nergle" in ancient tablets.

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ARgl TIL that following the release of The Godfather, James Caan, who played Sonny, was so closely identified with his role that he won “Italian of the Year” twice in New York, even though he isn’t Italian.
d8Vl9 TIL the British WW2 Civilian Respirator gas mask had filters containing blue asbestos and arsenic. Because of this, it is recommended to wear a gas mask when handling the gas mask.
rRr6d TIL that after Albania became independent in 1912, the candidates for Prince of Albania were a Hungarian baron, an Italian marquess, a Romanian nobleman, and a Spanish diplomat. In the end, they chose a German prince.
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