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Fire of Learning

The Plot to Give America a Monarch
Prior to the drafting of the United States Constitution in was unclear what the role of the head of state would be. With the Articles of Confederation failing several prominent Americans, such as Alexander Hamilton, wanted a king. George Washington was even proposed as the monarch. His refusal caused some to look to Europe, to the Prince Henry, the younger brother of the king of Prussia.
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The Bizarre History of Pineapples
If you consider pineapples a somewhat exotic fruit you would still be amazed by its status in ninetieth century Europe. Since pineapples thrive in particularly warm climates and the plants produce only two or three crops of one to three fruits, it was so scarce in Europe that prices reached $8,000 each.
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