How Earth, Wind & Fire Became Symbols Of Black Emancipation
Earth, Wind & Fire became famous for producing catchy music, but is also an iconic band that became a symbol of Black emancipation.
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Why It Is Legal To Attempt To Escape Prison In Germany And Some Other Countries?
There is a compelling reason why it is totally legal to attempt to escape prison in Germany and some other countries.
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The Eerie History Of The Trail Where Actor Julian Sands Went Missing
Though the Baldy Bowl Trail is popular with hikers and rewards them with some spectacular views, it can also be dangerous.
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Questionable Things About Lyndon B. Johnson's Presidency
Successor to JFK, his reputation was nearly ruined by his adventures abroad and at home. Here are some questionable things about Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency.
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The Guinness World Records Held By Sister André, The World's Oldest Person
Guinness World Records' oldest living person, Sister André of France, died on Tuesday, January 17 at the age of 118. What world records does she old?
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The Grave Of Napoleon's One-Legged General Tells The Story Of Their Failed Russian Campaign
Napoleon had a one-legged general in his legendary Grande Armée, and his grave tells the story of the army's failed Russian campaign.
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Here Are The Oldest Known Surviving Books In The World
Although the printing press dates back to the ninth century, as per History, there are books that are much older than that.
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The Most Likely Ways To Die In Victorian England
Death was a part of everyday life in Victorian England, with causes now common today deadly for those of the time.
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The Biggest Misconceptions About The Black Plague
The Black Plague (or the Black Death) was the name given to the bubonic plague that hit Europe in the 14th century. Here are some misconceptions about it.
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What Is The Oldest Religious Holy Text On The Earth?
Religion has been a fundamental part of human civilization for what seems like time immemorial. So what is the oldest religious holy text on the Earth?
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The Scottish Ballad That Mirrors The Relationship We Know Of John Smith And Pocahontas
The relationship between John Smith and Pocahontas has become famous through the Disney movie adaptation, but it might all be based on a Scottish ballad.
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Clint Hill: The True Story Of The Man Who Tried To Save JFK
Clint Hill might not be famous, but he was only seconds too late to stop John F. Kennedy's death. Here's the true story of the man who tried to save JFK.
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The Royal Navy Has A Warship Still In Service That Is Nearly 300 Years Old
The Royal Navy still uses a warship that's been operational for 300 years. Here's the story of the HMS Victory and how it's still in service.
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The Mysterious 1961 Death Of The Second Secretary-General Of The United Nations
Was former U.N. Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjörd murdered for defying the West? The jury is still out, but pieces of the puzzle suggest very dark conclusions.
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The Horrific Sunshine Skyway Bridge Disaster
The horrific Sunshine Skyway Bridge disaster over Tampa Bay happened in 1980 when a freight ship crashed into a bridge support. Thirty-five people died.
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The Tragic Story Of The Reverse Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad helped slaves escape, but another network was working parallel. Here's the tragic story of the Reverse Underground Railroad.
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Every State Nickname Explained
Every U.S. state has a nickname, with several states having more than one. Here, we take a look at the stories (and theories) behind these famed state monikers.
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Opera Nazionale Balilla: Fascist Italy's Version Of The Hitler Youth
Like German's Hitler Youth, fascist Italy had its own state-sponsored youth group, known as Opera Nazionale Balilla, more commonly referred to as just Balilla.
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The Fabled Meeting Of Two Of The Most Prominent Native Americans In Colonial History
Two of the most prominent Native Americans in colonial history, Pocahontas and Squanto, once allegedly met each other. This is the story of that fabled meeting.
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Why The Japanese Government Is Offering Families A Windfall Of Cash To Leave Tokyo
Japan has an ongoing struggle with population issues, which is why the Japanese government is offering families a windfall of cash to leave Tokyo.
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How Pyramid Scheme Failures Led To Civil War In Albania
Pyramid schemes are never a good idea, but in the case of Albania in the 1990s, failed pyramid schemes actually led to civil war in the country.
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The Most Notorious Mob Murders In History
American mobsters have long since intrigued the public with tales of murder, extortion, and drug dealing. Here are the most notorious mob murders in history.
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Animals That Have Been Considered Sacred Throughout History
Since prehistoric times, animals have been endowed with godly attributes by civilizations. Here are animals seen as kin, tricksters, or gods of the afterlife.
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Inside The Ugliest Brawl In Major League Baseball History
Baseball isn't known for its knock-down, drag-out fights, but that didn't stop a heated rivalry from erupting into the ugliest brawl in sports history in 1965.
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Howard Hughes' Alleged Plot To Rule Las Vegas
There was also the time he (more or less) tried to buy Las Vegas. While this is admittedly hyperbolic, he did buy a lot of it.
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Damascus: One Of The World's Oldest Continually Inhabited Cities In The World
People have lived in and around Damascus for 11,000 years or more. Here's what you should know about this amazing, historic hub of humanity.
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Tragic Details About The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising
During WWII, Jewish prisoners attempted a number of failed uprisings, including one in 1943 after being imprisoned in a Polish ghetto.
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