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TIL that the chainsaw was created in the 18th century and was originally designed as a medical device and more precisely (debated) to cut open womens' pelvises for childbirth.

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Z8ZVa TIL that the Joint Chiefs of Staff came up with 'Operation Northwoods', a proposal made to JFK that would allow the CIA to carry out false flag attacks in America. Blame was to be put on Cuba, providing America with the justification for military intervention. JFK rejected the proposal.
Z8vDa TIL That over 1100% more people are Trypophobic than ailurophobic.
8aVxV TIL that the most prolific actor of all time is Eric Roberts, with 604 film/TV roles and counting. He is the elder brother of Julia Roberts and father of Emma Roberts.
69vAw TILin the movie Lord of War , they purchased 3000 actual guns for the production because it was less expensive than buying props and they could resell the guns later. Additionally, they leased 50 tanks that were only available for a brief period because the source had to sell them to Libya later.
gMZM7 TIL Despite the cold climate, bananas have been grown in Iceland since 1941.