Finland famine 1695 1697 population deaths

A famine killed about a third of Finland's people

The famine struck Finland from 1695 to 1697. About one-third of the population died during those years.

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The hippocampus is not a warehouse for memories

The hippocampus helps turn new experiences into long-term memories, but it does not seem to store those memories forever. Long-term memories instead depend on lasting changes spread across other parts of the brain.

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Inca roads kept armies supplied as they moved

Food And Rest Every Day’S Journey

Along major Inca roads, shelters and food stores were placed at regular stops. This system let armies move quickly while finding food and a place to rest about every day’s journey.

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