1) The national animal of Canada is the beaver.

2) The musical "Les Misérables" is one of the longest-running shows in the West End and Broadway, with over 13,000 performances.

3) The comedy group Monty Python, known for their surreal and irreverent humor, has had a significant influence on comedy and entertainment.

4) The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494, divided the newly discovered lands outside of Europe between Spain and Portugal, leading to the colonization of the Americas.