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43. Did You Know: Some people view Star Wars as a religion? In fact, in a 2001 census in England and Wales, everyone who lived in the countries was asked what religion they belonged to. Almost 400,000 people listed “Jedi” as their preferred faith. “Jedi” was listed fourth among the most picked religions behind Christianity, Islam and Hinduiasm. Unfortunately, the Jedis couldn’t get the government to recognize “Jedi” as an official religion. In fact, census takers clumped those who answered “Jedi” in with those who don’t believe in God.

55. Quick: How does Darth Vader’s suit keep him alive? Answer: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith will show Anakin’s transformation into the evil machine known as Darth Vader. Vader must wear the suit or else he will die. During a fierce battle with his one-time Jedi master Obi Wan, Anakin receives life-threatening injuries. In order to stay alive, he is equipped with iron lungs inside his suit. The only time Vader’s face is ever seen is when Luke helps him off with the mask in the end of The Return of the Jedi. However, Vader was able to take his mask off provided he was in his hyperbaric chamber, but even then he used machines to help him remove the mask, not wanting anyone to see his face.

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Rare Star Wars Pin Set This pinback button set consists of two classic designs. The rare Revenge of the Jedi pinback was manufactured for Lucasfilm before George Lucas changed his movie's name to Return of the Jedi. The button measures 2-inches in diameter. "The First 10 Years" button was made for the big Star Wars 10th Anniversary convention held near Los Angeles International Airport in 1987. This button measures 1.5-inches in diameter. Both are a recent finds from the Lucasfilm Marketing archives. More information about Rare Star Wars Pin Set