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One hundred facts that are interesting but ultimately useless.

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Trenchers
Trenchers
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​​A "trencher" was a thick piece of stale bread used during medieval meals in place of plates or other flatware. After the meal, the food-soaked trencher could then be eaten directly or -- in the case of wealthy diners -- might be given to beggars.


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