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Did you know that the infamous last words of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, were not "Let them eat cake"? In fact, this quote was wrongly attributed to her and was actually said by another unnamed noblewoman before her time!
Moving on to another fact, did you know that the ancient Romans used to color their food and drinks using a dye made from crushed beetles? The color, known as cochineal, was highly sought after and was considered a luxury item.
Speaking of colors, do you know why the American flag has red, white, and blue stripes? The red symbolizes valor and bravery, the white represents purity and innocence, and the blue stands for vigilance and justice.
Another intriguing tidbit from history is that during the Middle Ages, people used to add urine to their dye when coloring their clothes. The ammonia in urine helped fix the color and make it last longer.
Did you know that the idea of splitting the atom was conceived by an English school teacher named William Crookes in 1895? He proposed the idea in a lecture at the Royal Society, but it took another thirty years before Ernest Rutherford would actually split the atom.
Moving on to the world of literature, did you know that F. Scott Fitzgerald's favorite color was green? This is evident in his novel, "The Great Gatsby," where the green light at the end of Daisy's dock symbolizes hope and desire.
Lastly, did you know that the world's first computer, called the "Analytical Engine," was designed by Charles Babbage in the 19th century? It was never completed, but its design laid the groundwork for modern-day computers.
These are just a few examples of the fascinating colored historical trivia that exist. From urine-dyed clothes to green light symbolism, history is full of interesting facts and stories that often go unnoticed. Who knows what other hidden gems are waiting to be discovered?
