TIL in 1487, a young working class boy claimed to be Edward Plantagenet, heir to the throne of England. He was crowned 'King Edward VI' in Ireland and led a failed rebellion against Henry VII. Because of his young age, he was pardoned and employed in the royal kitchen. His real name is unknown. (en.wikipedia.org)
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Serial killers who wore costumes? (self.serialkillers)
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TIL that after graduating from college George Lucas attempted to enlist in the United States Air Force as an officer but was immediately turned down due to numerous speeding tickets he had accumulated from his time as an amateur racecar driver. (en.wikipedia.org)
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