13 Calorie-Rich Bits Of Trivia We Found Caught In Our Gillnet Just Before We Succumbed To The Ravages Of The Wilderness

Welcome, dear reader, to a collection of 13 absolutely fascinating pieces of trivia. Whether you’re looking for something to spark a conversation or just want to learn something new, you’ll find it here.

We start off with William Dorsey Swann, a formerly enslaved man who made history by becoming the first self-proclaimed drag queen in the United States. We then move on to Spam, the canned meat that was a hit with housewives and the U.S. military alike. We then look at the long-term effects of the Exxon Valdez oil spill and how taurine can help extend the lifespan of mice. 

We also explore the controversial topic of immune amnesia, the potential side effects of infant formula, and the work of Magnus Hirschfeld, a queer rights pioneer in Weimar Germany. We then look at how prisoners were enlisted to help out during World War II, the recent change in Australia’s currency, and the reactions to Kanye West’s controversial comments about Hitler. 

So sit back, relax, and enjoy this collection of 13 absolutely fascinating pieces of trivia.

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