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The History Channel’s new WAP service has now launched. Text ‘history’ to 81066

Struggling with the pub quiz? Bemused by the Battle of Blenheim? In a muddle over Mussolini? Now you need look no further than your mobile phone - by accessing The History Channel’s new WAP service.

With our new WAP service, you will be able to access a wealth of historical facts at your fingertips to solve all your quizzical queries. Our mobile encyclopaedia - which gives you instant access to more than 30,000 detailed historical entries - will allow you to hone your historical nous and discover the answers to the toughest trivia.

You can also combine this comprehensive database with ‘This Day in History’ – where you can learn about events that changed the world. This fact-filled feature contains detailed entries on every day of the year; you’ll never see your birthday in the same way again.

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