Ancient Rome had a social welfare program that provided free grain to about one-third of its population.

Ancient supercontinents existed long before modern continents formed.

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Ancient Rome had a complex system of aqueducts.

Fact #260 · History

The Devonian period is sometimes called the Age of Fishes.

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In 1518, a dancing plague reportedly caused people in Strasbourg to dance uncontrollably for days.

Fact #759 · History

Ancient Egyptians developed advanced techniques in engineering.

Fact #223 · History

The Great Emu War of 1932 involved Australian soldiers attempting to reduce emu populations.

Fact #758 · History

The Boston Molasses Flood of 1919 sent a wave of molasses through Boston streets.

Fact #636 · History

Ancient Mesopotamia is often called the cradle of civilization.

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