How Evelene Spencer Weaponized Fish During WWI
Some forms of seafood are presently considered expensive delicacies -- lobster, for instance. There was a time when families were encouraged to eat more fish.
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The Tragic Story Of The Duffy's Cut Railroad Workers Massacre
Building the railroads was a daunting, time- and resource-consuming business in 19th century America. Fortunes were made as lives were lost.
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The History Of Rick Astley's Rickroll
Rick Astley is best known for his song "Never Gonna Give You Up," popularized by the recent rickroll fad. This is the history of the rickroll.
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The Surprising Origin Of Wedding Objections
Wedding ceremonies, no matter where they take place, tend to be filled with traditional rituals. Some customs date back millennia; others are more recent.
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Possible Names Prince Charles Could Use As King
What's in a name? Quite a bit, actually, especially in a family name. The symbolic stakes are even higher for members of the British royal family.
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Why The History Of Urinals Is So Cloudy
Humanity is a diverse bunch, from geography to religion to hair color. There are a few things we all do in common, and expelling waste is one.
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A History Of The Search For Water On Other Planets
Life on Earth is dependent on water, so scientists look for water on other planets for possible life elsewhere. Here is the history of that search.
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Who Was The Shortest U.S. President?
U.S. presidents might holding a commanding political position, but some were rather short in stature. James Madison was the shortest U.S. president.
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This Was The First Wedding At The White House
The White House has hosted quite a few weddings and receptions, but this was the first wedding held at the Executive Mansion.
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How Knitting Was Used By Spies During WWI And WWII
Knitting might sound like a relatively innocuous activity, but it was instrumental for spies during WWI and WWII. Here's how knitting was used by spies.
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The Truth About Thomas Jefferson And Sally Hemings
One aspect of Jefferson's life had historians quibbling for nearly two centuries was the nature of his relationship with Sally Hemings, an enslaved woman.
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The Truth About Deadly Victorian Wallpaper
Some people might suggest that no price is too high to pay for true beauty, whether personal or environmental. But what if the price of beauty is death?
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The Surprising Truth Behind How Seattle Got Rid Of Its Rat Infestation
There's a certain science when it comes to human beings coming together in a city -- supplying safe water, hazard-free boulevards, and pest control.
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The True Origins Of Uppercase And Lowercase Letters
The Latin alphabet is more or less unique among all of the world's written languages, with two exceptions: it doesn't have upper- and lower-case letters.
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The Surprising Place You Can Find Singapore's National Anthem
The people of Singapore take great pride in their national anthem, so much so that it's printed in a pretty surprising and unique place.
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Disturbing Details Found In Malcolm X's Autopsy Report
Activist and civil rights leader Malcolm X died 56 years ago on February 21, 1965, at the age of 39. He was giving a speech when he was boldly assassinated.
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The Tragic Real-Life History Of The Kansas City Chiefs
Not all stories about the Kansas City Chief are tied to their successes on the field. This is the tragic real-life history of the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Who Was The First Person To Immigrate Through Ellis Island?
Ellis Island is synonymous with the U.S.' tradition of immigration, but who was the first immigrant there? This was the first person to come to Ellis Island.
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What Were The Real Names Of Christopher Columbus' Ships?
The names of Christopher Columbus' three ships on his journey to the "New World" have become famous, but were those really their names? Here's the truth.
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The Hidden Meaning Behind The Ukrainian Instrument Highlighted At The Grammys
The bandura -- a string instrument -- is Ukraine's national instrument and is typically played when performing folk songs.
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World Leaders Who Took Power Via Coups
Many influential, powerful, and established civilizations have seen their government toppled suddenly by those who decided they could do a better job.
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The History Of Australia's Rabbit Infestation
Invasive species are a major problem anywhere in the world and can throw off an ecosystem's balance. This happened in Australia thanks to a rabbit infestation.
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The Mystery Behind Two Newly Discovered See-Through Frogs
If you spend enough time exploring life on Planet Earth, you'll find star-nosed moles, glow-in-the-dark sharks, and of course, see-through frogs.
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How Clara Adams Became An Aviation Pioneer Without Ever Flying A Plane
Most people don't think twice about hopping on a commercial flight to get from here to there. In the industry's beginnings, however, there was more trepidation.
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The Fast Food Restaurant Discovered In Ancient Pompeii
The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was preserved by the fallout of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Archaeologists continue to unearth information.
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Infamous Assassins Who Are Still Alive
Assassination takes plain old murder to a whole new level. Some assassins succeeded at their goal, others didn't, but all of these assassins are still alive.
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Here's What Am And Pm Really Stand For
It seems that keeping up with time is all that we can do on a day-to-day basis. Luckily we have the terms a.m. and p.m. to help us, and here's what they mean.
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