In ancient Rome, lead poisoning was a prevalent disease amongst the wealthy because of their extensive use of lead. Many Roman women died because of lead poisoning caused by the use of make-up that contained lead.

On September 7, 1997, the first flight of the F-22a occurred.

The first person to die in the electric chair was William Kemmler, an ax murderer from New York on August 6, 1890.

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