The Tragic Story Of The Oklahoma Girl Scout Murders
A parent's worst nightmare came true in 1977 when three girls were abducted, assaulted, and killed during their stay at an Oklahoma Girl Scout Camp.
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Why A Malcolm X Postcard Featured A Photo Of A Chimpanzee
Malcom X is one of the U.S.' most well-known and most controversial civil rights leaders. Here's why he once sent a postcard with a picture of a chimpanzee.
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Christopher Hitchens: The Man Who Called Mother Teresa A Fraud
Mother Teresa is often considered one of the most charitable and altruistic historical figured, but Christopher Hitchens believes she's a fraud.
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What Victorian Aristocrats Typically Ate In A Day
A menu can tell you far more than what's for dinner: The complex, shifting world of 19th century Britain can be glimpsed through the food of rich Victorians.
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The Genius Way Super Glue Was Used In The Vietnam War
Super Glue was invented during WWII to help soldiers in the field. However, it wasn't until the Vietnam War that it was used for another special purpose.
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A Prominent Donor For Mother Teresa Was Convicted Of Investment Fraud
A frequent and recurring problem for non-profit agencies is funding: They rely on the generosity of others in order to continue and expand their good works.
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The Secret Lucky Charm Hidden In Queen Elizabeth's 1953 Coronation Gown
The life of royalty, of whatever country, is often filled with signs and symbols. That extends from crowns and scepters to stitching on the gowns themselves.
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How A Chinese Warrior Used Juggling As An Intimidation Tactic
A Chinese warrior once nearly single-handedly won a battle by juggling. Here's how Xiong Yiliao of Shinan used juggling to defeat the entire Song army.
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Here's What It Really Means To Commit A War Crime
The concept of war crimes is relatively new in human history, originating in the 19th century. Here's what it really means to commit a war crime.
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The True Story Of How Soldiers On Horseback Outwitted A Fleet Of Ships At Sea
Military history is filled with stories of soldiers, their leaders, and even civilians overcoming long odds and snagging a victory over their adversaries.
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Elvis' Relationship With His Backing Band's Guitarist Was Anything But Smooth
It's one thing for a band to make it as a group, and another for a solo performer to rise to the top -- with or without those who contributed to the success.
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The Real Meaning Behind The Dallas Cowboys Logo
The Dallas Cowboys joined the NFL in 1960 under the majority ownership of Clint Murchison Jr., a man who hailed from a wealthy Texas oil family.
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Mark Twain Truly Hated The Writings Of A Celebrated English Author
Mark Twain wasn't a huge fan of some other famous authors, including Jane Austen and James Feninmore Cooper. Here's why he hated the writings of Austen.
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What Living In New York City 100 Years Ago Was Really Like
A century ago, New York City was, like now, a buzzing mass of extremes and contradictions. Here is what living in New York City 100 years ago was really like.
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14 Popular Products That Came From Military Research
Military research has given us products and processes that improve our standard of living. Let's take a look at some of them, from the quirky to the useful.
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The Pagan Origins Of The Infamous Nazi Black Sun Symbol
The Nazi party was famously influenced by the mystical and the occult. Even the infamous Nazi Black Sun symbol has pagan origins.
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The One Reason Putin Is Not A Fan Of NATO
Beginning in February 2022, the war between Russia and Ukraine took over headlines across the world. Here's the one reason Vladimir Putin is not a fan of NATO.
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Three Saints So Far Were Born In The United States
If the subject of saints comes up -- official, Catholic saints -- there seems to be a majority of individuals from around the globe. What about the U.S.A.?
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The Baton Rouge Killer Had A Seriously Messed Up Childhood
The Baton Rouge killer, Derrick Todd Lee, had a seriously messed up childhood that in hindsight showed signs of the violent adult he became.
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Neil Armstrong's Death May Have Been A Horrible Mistake
Neil Armstrong is perhaps the world's most famous astronaut, and he died after heart complications. Many believe that his death was a mistake by the hospital.
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Why Nazi Germany Banned The Novel All Quiet On The Western Front
Censorship was a pillar of Nazi Germany, with the government banning many books and movies. Here's why the novel "All Quiet on the Western Front" was banned.
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Led Zeppelin's Four Symbols Had Origins In The Occult
It may come as no surprise that Led Zeppelin's four symbols had origins in the occult, but here is why the members chose each symbol.
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Inside The Gruesome European Sport That Involved Throwing Foxes
Even though many sports today have evolved over time some have faded into obscurity. Thankfully, due to its brutal nature, fox tossing was one of those.
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The Truth About The Indy 500's Wild Snake Pit
If you hear a mention of the Indy 500, there's a good chance you'll be thinking of the race, but there's also a longtime tradition called the Snake Pit.
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How Vladimir Putin Escaped Multiple Assassination Attempts
With great power comes great responsibility, as well as great numbers of people who disagree with you, sometimes to the point of violence -- sometimes fatally.
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Putin Seems To Confirm What We Suspected About His Feelings Towards Donald Trump
Putin and Trump have a history of what's been seen as a friendly relationship. After recent Russian bannings of U.S. citizens, Trump's omission raised eyebrows.
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The Tragic Assassination Of The Mirabal Sisters Explained
When the three Mirabal sisters stood up against a tyrant, their only mission was to make the world a better place for their children.
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