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TIL the concept of national parks was called the greatest idea America ever had. The idea to protect natural wonders for the enjoyment of future generations was unprecedented worldwide before Yellowstone.

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VvGm TIL a witness in a Scottish court who had answered “aye” to confirm he was the person summoned was told by the Sheriff that he must answer either “yes” or “no”. His name was read again and he was asked to confirm it, he answered “aye” again, and was imprisoned for 90 minutes for contempt of court.
EjZx TIL Suicides fell by 40% on weekends after IDF soldiers were stopped from taking their guns home with them on weekends.
grXWy TIL beef cattle are fed chicken poop because it's a good source of protein
NpE1 TIL that American channels re-dub British shows like frozen planet, to make it more understandable for american veiwers.
kLM1 TIL the original author of the Forrest Gump novel wrote a sequel to the book entitled “Gump and Co.” During the book he crashes the Exxon Valdez, helps destroy the Berlin Wall, and fights in Operation Desert Storm.