The strongest gust of wind was recorded at the Mount Washington Observatory on April 12th, 1934, and measured 231 miles per hour.

High Priests in ancient Egypt were the only ones who were allowed to wear garments made from cotton.

Racecar driver Lee Petty once left a pitstop and did a full lap at Nascar with a pit crew member still on the hood.

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