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The sandwich was invented for a man who didn't want to leave a gambling table.

Why it is true

In 1762, John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, asked for meat served between two slices of bread so he could eat without interrupting his long gaming sessions.

Source: Food History

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