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Big Announcement! Introducing our new sub-channel: Get.nature! 🐾🌿

We’re excited to share that the Get.factual universe is growing — and our brand-new channel Get.nature is now live!

If you love wildlife, epic landscapes, and full-length nature documentaries, this is your new home. From rainforest giants to arctic survivors, migration journeys to conservation stories — Get.nature brings you stunning films that celebrate the beauty and diversity of our planet.

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Did you know that one of the first-ever selfies in space was taken by Buzz Aldrin? On this day in 1966, Aldrin captured a photo of himself floating against the breathtaking backdrop of Earth, proving that even in zero gravity, humans can’t resist a little self-expression!

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#Onthisdayinhistory: October 5, 1600 💍
The marriage by proxy of Marie de’ Medici and Henry IV of France took place in Florence. Marie, a member of the powerful Medici family of Tuscany, was married to the French king through a stand-in representative before she traveled to France to meet him in person.
This union was more than just a royal romance - it was a strategic alliance that strengthened ties between France and the influential Medici banking dynasty. Marie later became queen consort of France and, after Henry’s assassination in 1610, acted as regent for their young son, Louis XIII, playing a pivotal role in French politics.

Fun fact: When Marie officially entered France after the proxy ceremony, she brought with her immense wealth, cultural influence, and a taste for Italian art that left a lasting mark on French court life.


Picture: The Wedding by Proxy of Maria de’ Medici to King Henry IV. Source: Wikipedia

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On this day in 1789, the first U.S. Congress proposed the Bill of Rights, a set of ten amendments designed to protect the freedoms and rights of American citizens. These amendments, ratified in 1791, form the cornerstone of American democracy, guaranteeing essential liberties such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press, the right to bear arms, and protections against unfair government actions.
The Bill of Rights reflects the early nation’s commitment to balancing government power with individual freedoms—a principle that continues to guide the United States today.

Photo: The Bill of Rights, twelve articles of the Amendment to the United States Constitution proposed in 1789, ten of which, Articles three through twelve, became part of the United States Constitution in 1794. Source: Wikipedia

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💥 On This Day in History: September 16, 1920 💥
At 12:01 PM, a horse-drawn wagon filled with dynamite and heavy metal debris exploded on Wall Street, New York, right outside the offices of J.P. Morgan & Co. The blast killed 38 people and injured 143, leaving a massive crater and shattering windows for blocks. The attack, believed to be carried out by Italian anarchists, targeted the financial heart of the U.S. during a time of post–World War I unrest, labor strikes, and political tension. Despite an extensive investigation, the perpetrators were never caught, and the bombing remains one of the deadliest acts of domestic terrorism in American history.
The tragedy had lasting effects: it prompted improvements in emergency response, law enforcement coordination, and urban security measures, shaping how cities respond to large-scale threats even today.
Photo: Bomb in Wall Street, 1920, Source: Wikipedia

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On this day in history: September 8, 1565.
Today marks the founding of St. Augustine, Florida, the first permanent European settlement in what is now the United States. Established by Spanish admiral Pedro Menéndez de Avilés, St. Augustine became a key foothold for Spain in the New World and has survived through centuries of change, conflict, and growth.
Over 450 years later, St. Augustine remains a vibrant city filled with rich history, colonial architecture, and stories of resilience that connect us to the early chapters of America’s past.
🏰 Fun fact: St. Augustine is home to the Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fort in the continental U.S., still standing strong today!

Photo: City Gate, St. Augustine c. 1861–65 View looking into town, St. George Street. Source: Wikipedia

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#OnThisDayInHistory (August 27, 1928) the Kellogg–Briand Pact was signed in Paris. Nearly every major nation of the world pledged to renounce war as a tool of national policy and to resolve disputes by peaceful means.
Though the pact lacked enforcement mechanisms and could not prevent future conflicts like WWII, it marked a milestone in international diplomacy—laying early groundwork for the idea that aggressive war is illegal under international law.

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#OnThisDayInHistory in 1908, the Ford Motor Company completed its very first Model T automobile – destined to revolutionize transportation and manufacturing. Henry Ford, ever the hands-on innovator, personally took the prototype on a rugged hunting trip through Wisconsin and northern Michigan to test its reliability. This wasn’t just a scenic drive; it was a trial by mud, gravel, and backcountry roads, proving the car could handle the everyday challenges of American life. The Model T’s success would soon put the world on wheels, making car ownership affordable for millions and forever changing how people lived, worked, and traveled.

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80 years ago today, the world changed forever. On August 6, 1945, the United States dropped the first atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima during World War II. The explosion killed an estimated 140,000 people by the end of the year and marked the dawn of the nuclear age. Today, we remember the lives lost and reflect on the profound consequences of war and nuclear weapons. May this anniversary serve as a powerful reminder of the need for peace, diplomacy, and a world free from the threat of nuclear devastation. 🕊️
Photo: The Enola Gay dropped the "Little Boy" atomic bomb on Hiroshima.
Source: Wikipedia

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