The Iconic Torch of the Statue of Liberty Found a New Home
The torch that the Statue of Liberty holds was actually replaced in 1986.
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The Secret Inner Chamber of the Statue of Liberty Revealed
The iconic Statue of Liberty in New York USA, doesn't have a solid structure. It was constructed with thin sheets of copper over a steel framework.
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Survivor of Sinking Ships: The Unyielding Violet Jessop
Violet Jessop, a stewardess and nurse, is known for surviving the sinkings of both the RMS Titanic and her sister ship, the HMHS Britannic.
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Confusion Over Potato Varieties Leads to Mistaken Identity
The potato was originally believed to be a poisonous plant when it was first introduced to Europe in the 16th century.
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Medieval Bucket War: Bizarre Battle Over a Wooden Pail
A war was fought in Italy over a stolen wooden bucket, which resulted in approximately 2,000 casualties. The bucket remains in Modena, even though the city of Bologna has requested its return multiple times.
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The Eiffel Tower: Once the World's Tallest Structure
Until 1930, the Eiffel Tower, located in Paris, France, held the title for the tallest man-made structure worldwide.
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Exploring the Majestic Pyramids of Giza's Ancient Wonders
The Pyramids of Giza are not in the middle of a desert as sometimes depicted.
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The Great Pyramids: Constructed by Skilled Labor, Not Slaves
Contrary to popular belief, the massive Egyptian structures were not constructed through forced labor but by paid workers.
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Coca Cola's Transparent Beverage Variation: an Unique Twist
Coca Cola was initially a greenish-brown color before it was dyed to become brown.
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The Inception of the World’s Initial Auto Repair Garage
The first automobile repair shop in the United States was established before the first gasoline car was even sold.
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The Odometer: an Overlooked Pioneer in Measuring Distance
The first mechanical device that could be called an 'odometer' didn't appear in cars, but was first used in a completely different context centuries ago.
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First Female Auto Mechanic: Pioneering Women in Industry
The first woman auto mechanic, Emily Post, was born in 1872.
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Century-Old Auto Repair Shop Still Thriving in Modern Times
The oldest auto repair shop still in operation today is in Germany and it was established in 1896.
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The World's First Camera Took Eight Hours to Snap a Photo
The very first camera took about eight hours to take a single photograph.
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Oxford University Predates the Rise of the Aztec Empire
Oxford University, a prestigious institution in England, predates the establishment of the Aztec Empire.
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