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Franklin expedition artifacts discovered
 
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Interesting turn of phrase:  the article uses the words "pristine condition" but also mentions oral tradition that the ship was "crushed in ice."  Pristinely crushed?
Yes, I understand that in archaeology etc. phrases like "practically undamaged" don't mean quite the same thing they do in everyday life, but I still find it amusing. 

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Considering that one dictionary definition of "carry on" is to "behave or speak in a foolish, excited, or improper manner," the designers of that famous poster, "Keep Calm and Carry On," need to make up their flippin' minds!
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