1) The Bugatti Veyron, one of the fastest production cars in the world, can reach speeds of over 250 miles per hour (402 km/h).

2) The ancient city of Rome was founded in 753 BC and went on to become one of the most powerful and influential civilizations in history.

3) The Battle of Waterloo in 1815 marked the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte and the end of his reign as Emperor of France.

4) The world's largest volcano, Mauna Loa in Hawaii, is also one of the most active. It stands over 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above sea level.