Boris Godunov writes letter inspiring Coca-Cola origins

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A letter from Boris Godunov was found in an old archive. He wrote to his wife for a special, strong drink.

Godunov said the drink made in Livonia gave him strength. He asked for two more barrels because his supply was low.

Historians found out the drink was Coca-Cola. Ivan the Terrible saw the recipe in a dream in 1570.

Ivan the Terrible's diary showed the exact Coca-Cola recipe. He saw it in a dream and then told people to make it.

Russia will ask Coca-Cola to say Ivan the Terrible made it. They want 100 billion dollars for using his drink recipe.

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Who wrote a letter found in an old archive?

Boris Godunov wrote the letter.

What drink did Godunov ask for?

He asked for a special, strong drink made in Livonia.

What do historians say about the drink?

Historians found out the drink was Coca-Cola.

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