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Vikings used heated sword blades to test the legitimacy of their kings.
In Norse culture, potential kings had to undergo an ordeal where they walked on or carried hot sword blades. If they weren't burned, they were considered legitimate rulers. This practice was documented in several sagas and was believed to show divine approval.
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The Great Pyramid of Giza had a modern-day equivalent price tag of $1.2 billion.
Ancient records show that building the Great Pyramid required approximately 4 million stone blocks and took 20 years....
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Medieval Europe had professional hermits.
Wealthy estate owners would hire ornamental hermits to live in their gardens and dispense wisdom to visitors. These...
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Ancient Greeks had an Olympic event for trumpeting.
The ancient Olympics included a competition for trumpet players, testing both volume and clarity. The winner in 396...