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History is fascinating and always surprises us with curious and interesting facts that we often don't learn in school. In this article, we'll explore some of these curiosities that you may not have known before.
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Did you know that Cleopatra wasn't Egyptian? She was of Greek origin, and her family ruled Egypt as Macedonian rulers. Another interesting fact is that the invention of paper was attributed to China, but in reality, paper was invented by the Egyptians around 2500 BC.
Also in China, the Great Wall was originally built to protect the country from Mongol invaders, but it ended up becoming the largest military structure in the world and a famous tourist destination.
Back in Rome, gladiators weren't just slaves or convicted criminals. In fact, many of them were volunteers who wanted to gain fame and fortune. They also had passionate fans and followers who cheered them on in the games.
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Another interesting fact is that the war between the United States and Mexico in 1846 resulted in the United States acquiring California, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, and parts of Colorado, Wyoming, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
In Brazil, independence was declared on September 7, 1822, but the Portuguese royal family only left the country in 1824. During this period, Brazil was governed by a prince, known as Dom Pedro I.
These are just a few interesting facts about history that are rarely taught in schools, but which can help us understand how the world has evolved over the years. History is made up of important facts and also small curiosities that help us understand how humanity has developed. So, whenever you can, try to learn more about history and its fascinating curiosities.
