Illinoisans are known for many things, but did you know we’ve set some amazing world records? Our citizens are extraordinary in more ways than one. From natural talents to group efforts, these cool records prove that we’ve got what it takes to be the best.

When something goes down in the Guinness Book of World Records, you know it is legitimate. Perhaps one of these records will inspire you to set your own. Keep reading to check them out:

You might remember Guinness World Records from those interesting books that were lying around the house or that your cool friend always had on hand. You probably never realized that Illinois is featured.
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1. In 2012, nearly 3,500 students from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana earned the record for most people husking corn.
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2. A man from East Dundee, Illinois set the record for most cloves of garlic eaten in a minute when he ate 36 cloves.
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He may have set the record for worst breath afterward as well.

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3. In 2014, a man clapped 84 times in a minute, which is the world record for how many times a person can clap in a minute. The record was set in Arlington Heights.
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4. The largest square dance took place in 2011 at the Yorkville Middle School with 800 students in attendance.
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5. Robert Wadlow is still the tallest man in recorded history (8 ft., 11.1 inches). He was born in Alton, Illinois in 1918. He started growing big at a young age and ate about 8,000 calories a day to maintain himself.
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What other incredible world records have been held by people in Illinois? Share with us below in the comments.

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