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TIL American POWs captured 2 days after Hiroshima bomb were rescued from angry mob by Japanese police captain, then discovered over a dozen US POWs had perished.

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MeOVa TIL “Respect” made famous by Aretha Franklin, was originally written about a man’s struggle for respect from his wife but then became a feminist anthem.
7relb TIL there is a small Pacific Island where about 10% of the population are completely colorblind (only see shades of black/white/grey). The condition limits vision in full sunlight, but may lead to sharper vision at night, like for night fishing.
R7Vr4 TIL the wounded warrior project only gives 60% of their profits back, compared to their counter parts who donate 90%+
JYMm TIL George Washington was given the rank of “General of the Armies” posthumously on July 4, 1976 in order to permanently make him the senior military officer of the United States.
v1VPL TIL A man has named Uzi Nissan has held the rights to Nissan.com for over 20 years despite Nissan Motors attempts to acquire the domain