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History's Hidden Gems

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1
In the 1600s, a European polymath invented the first mechanical calculator. Which of these historical figures is credited with this pioneering device?
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2
The phrase 'mad as a hatter' is linked to a historical occupational hazard. Which toxic substance used in felt hat production caused neurological damage?
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3
Before the Gregorian calendar reform, the new year in England and its colonies began on March 25. When did the British Empire officially adopt January 1 as New Year's Day?
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4
In 1915, during World War I, a distinctive piece of headgear was issued to French soldiers for protection. What was it called?
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Which ancient civilization is credited with developing the first known system of writing, known as cuneiform?
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The 19th-century 'Great Stink' was a pivotal event in a major European capital. What did it directly lead to the construction of?
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