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Odd Facts About Historic Theft and Naval Docks
A collection of curious notes recounts Charles II's crown theft by Thomas Blood with a clergyman disguise and his later royal mercy. It also notes Sequoia Park rules to protect wildlife during road work, plus facts about iron production in 29 states and the U S Navy floating dry docks capable of towing or self propulsion and handling battleships during repairs.
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Charles II
Tower of London
Thomas Blood
Sequoia National Park
Union
U. S. Navy