WTF Fun Fact 12759 – The Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry holds the first depiction of Halley’s comet. Click to read the full fact.
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WTF Fun Fact 12696 – Uranus’ Original Name
Uranus was originally named after King George III. Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact 12576 – We’re Fools About April Fools’ Day
When it comes to the history of April Fools’ Day, historians come up short. Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact 12560 – The First Fingerprint Conviction
The first person convicted based on fingerprint evidence was done in by his own defense attorney. Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact 12551 – The Six-Sided Book
In Sweden you can find a very interesting book and open it from 6 sides. Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact 12550 – Magical Gladiator Blood
Did gladiator blood have magical healing abilities? Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact 12433 – Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus
Cincinnati is named after a Roman dictator who quickly gave up his power. Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact #12394
Amelia Earhart and Eleanor Roosevelt snuck out of a White House event for a joyride in 1933. Click to read the full fact.
WTF Fun Fact #12393 – An Olympic Medal For Art
Did you know artists participated in Olympic competitions in the 20th century? Click to read the full fact.