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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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Vikings used heated stones to create primitive hand grenades.
Viking warriors would heat stones until they were glowing hot, then cover them in animal fat and throw...
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The first recorded instance of corporate sabotage involved tea.
In 1848, the British East India Company discovered Chinese tea producers were mixing their tea with previously used...
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Ancient Romans used bread as napkins during feasts.
During elaborate Roman feasts, diners would clean their hands on pieces of bread called 'mappa.' These bread napkins...