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RotD: 23rd June – Fastest crossing of the United States on a penny farthing, highest altitude reached by bike, most ships worked on, first spy satellite

Join Craig, Ben and Adam of the Book Publishing Team at Guinness World Records each Thursday as they reveal a week's worth of superlatives from the archives. From the tallest and shortest to the longest, heaviest and fastest, you'll find a wealth of fascinating facts at your fingertips (well, your ear drums). So, if you're looking to take your mind off the news or just want to arm yourself with some quirky, fun facts, subscribe now. For more, find us on Twitter @GWR or get in touch with Craig directly @craigglenday. #GWRPodcast

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RotD: 23rd June – Fastest crossing of the United States on a penny farthing, highest altitude reached by bike, most ships worked on, first spy satellite

RotD: 23rd June – Fastest crossing of the United States on a penny farthing, highest altitude reached by bike, most ships worked on, first spy satellite