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James R. Olson
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Is there an alien space pilot buried in an out of the way Texas cemetery?
Did you know a soft drink company once owned the world’s sixth largest navy?
Did you know the US Government once banned sliced bread?
These are just three of the stories you’ll find within these lines. Tales discovered in the dusty corridors of time where the history books seldom take us. Where the deeds of men and women, just like you and me, have been engraved in the annuals of time. Meet the spies, warriors, dogs, cats, artists, and inventors who have risen from the depths of obscure history to amuse and amaze us.
Take my hand, and we’ll enjoy a fascinating journey through obscure history’s tales of inventions, sports, war, courage, crime, disasters, and more. Let’s have some fun!
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