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TIL the first President of Zimbabwe was called President Banana

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8aW5V TIL that plate armor and firearms had coexisted for over 300 years in Europe. Armor had been in an arms race against firearms during that time, and it wasn't until the 16th century that full body armor was phased out in favor of prioritizing protection of vitals.
n9mP TIL Manchu women used to show affection for their sons by performing fellatio on them. At the same time kissing in public was frowned upon.
4XybJ TIL that in 2020 it's been 22 years since That 70's Show first aired in 1998 which took place in 1976 which was 22 years before 1998.
rRNg4 TIL that during the My Lai massacre, which resulted in more than three hundred Vietnamese civilian casualties by the American forces, there were three soldiers that tried to halt the attack and save women and children. The three were denounced as traitors by some of the Congressmen.
mZlE TIL that instant coffee is made by brewing fresh coffee, then evaporating the water (Or by freeze-drying it).