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In 1815, Indonesia’s Mount Tambora eruption caused a ‘Year Without Summer’ in Europe.
The eruption was so massive that it ejected enough ash and sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere to lower global temperatures by 0.4-0.7°C. This led to widespread crop failures, famine, and unusual weather patterns throughout 1816. The gloomy conditions inspired Mary Shelley to write 'Frankenstein' during her stay in Switzerland.
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The longest peace treaty negotiation was over a comical dispute about cheese.
The 'War of the Golden Stool' between Britain and the Ashanti Empire had its peace treaty negotiations last...
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Vikings used to ski for fun and worship.
Archaeological evidence shows Vikings had a god of skiing, Ullr, and would hold skiing competitions and festivals. They...
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The shortest war in history lasted only 38 minutes between Britain and Zanzibar.
The Anglo-Zanzibar War began at 9:02 AM on August 27, 1896, when the British launched a naval bombardment...