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TIL: Upon exiting the Constitutional Convention Benjamin Franklin was approached by a group of citizens asking what sort of government the delegates had created. His answer was: "A republic, if you can keep it."

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p8R04 TIL that President Lyndon Johnson was known for his vulgar behaviour. He would burp, fart, pick his nose, and scratch his crotch in front of people. He would also openly urinate in front of others, including in front of a reporter at his ranch. He also harassed women about their weight and looks.
4XRdJ TIL Despite most of their job becoming automated, the number of bank tellers doubled between 1970-2010
VMv4k TIL that the Justice Commandos of the Armenian Genocide, a militant organisation active from 1975 to 1987, attacked Turkish representatives and interests in Europe, North America and Australia, killing more than 30 people, among them more than 10 Turkish diplomats and attachés
04vM TIL that Prince Henry of Prussia was considered for being the king of the United States
OGMOL TIL that the Capture of the USS Chesapeake in 1813, was one of the most deadly fights involving two ships, in the entire age of sail.