The Freedmen's Bureau: What Was It? We Explain
The Freedmen's Bureau was given an unbelievably hard task after the American Civil War ended. Here's the complicated history of the Freedmen's Bureau explained.
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The Tragic Real-Life History Of The Chicago Bulls
Even with their incredible players and accomplishments, the Bulls and their loyal fans have endured much pain and sorrow over the years of the team's existence.
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Why Galileo Galilei Was Sentenced To Life In Prison
Imagine getting put on trial over a scientific theory. That's what happened to Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei in 1633 for his views about the universe.
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Here's What Edgar Allan Poe Would've Looked Like In Color
Edgar Allan Poe barely lived in a time where color photography was possible. But thanks to modern technology, we can see him in color.
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What Bethlehem Really Looked Like In The Bible
The modern city of Bethlehem is located on the West Bank, but what it looks like today might be unrecognizable from how it was described in the Bible.
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The Mystery Of The Long-Lost Treasure Of The San Miguel
The San Miguel vanished on its way from Cuba to Spain in 1715 carrying an estimated $2 billion in riches. Here is the mystery of the long-lost treasure.
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The Messed Up History Of Old-Timey Child Labor
At the start of the Industrial Revolution, child labor abuses and injustices came into question as the textile, coal, and chimney industries used kids.
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How James Dean Made History With His Oscar Nominations
James Dean is certainly a silver screen icon nowadays. Although his star was only rising at the time of his death he still received two posthumous Oscar nods.
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The Real Reason The Regency Era Is Called That
Netflix's hit show "Bridgerton" is set in Regency-era England. However, viewers may not know the real reason behind the name of this time in England's history.
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Noor Inayat Khan: The Truth About The Courageous WWII Spy
Noor Inayat Khan was a pacifist, a poet, and a children's author. She was also a WWII spy. Here is the truth about the courageous woman.
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Inside Svalbard, Norway, The World's Northernmost Inhabited Region
Norway and Scandinavia on a whole (Norway, Denmark, Sweden) are no strangers to harsh living conditions, and Svalbard is a perfect example of this hardiness.
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Are The Odds In Flipping A Coin Really 50/50?
A coin flip is often considered the definition of a 50/50 proposition, but the odds aren't as even as you might think. These are the actual odds of a coin flip.
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Who Really Built The Walls Of Benin?
The walls of Benin in Nigeria surrounded what was known as Benin City in the 12th century. Here's who built the historic walls, and what remains of them.
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Is This Why You Don't See Ashtrays In Cars Anymore?
Ashtrays in cars have become a thing of the past, but why? Cigarettes are more widely discouraged now, and car manufacturers are taking notice.
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Why Are Bloodhounds So Good At Tracking?
Bloodhounds are famous for having incredibly sensitive noses, but what's the reason behind it? Here's why bloodhounds are so good at tracking.
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The Oldest Active Missing Persons Case In America Explained
The oldest active missing persons case in America is nearly 100 years old. Here is the story of Marvin Allen Clark's disappearance explained.
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The Tragic History Of The World's Shortest Wars
From a few weeks to a couple of minutes, here’s the tragic history of the world’s shortest wars.
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Why Is 10:10 The Default Time Set On Clocks?
Clocks are typically set to 10:10 as a default, but no one really knows why. It turns out, it's because the position of the hands is aesthetically pleasing.
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The Real Reason We Use ZIP Codes
Everyone is familiar with the concept of ZIP Codes, but you may not know where they come from, or what the numbers mean. Here's the reason we use ZIP Codes.
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The Messed Up True Story Of "A Dingo Got My Baby"
If there's one thing pop culture has taught us, it's that Australians are exceptionally concerned about dingoes eating their babies. Here is the true story.
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The Untold Truth Of Smokey Bear
Smokey Bear is one of the most recognizable mascots, whose forest fire prevention campaign is wildly successful. But there's still much people don't know.
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What It Was Really Like Being A Eunuch In Imperial China
Over the 2,000-year history of Imperial China, an influential group of emasculated men became notorious for dominating the Forbidden City.
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What It Was Really Like For Native Americans Who Traveled To Europe
The stories of how Native Americans traveled from their homelands to Europe are as unique as the individuals that made these journeys.
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The Wonderland Murders Explained
July 1, 1981 will forever live in criminal history infamy. But what really happened at 8763 Wonderland Avenue? Let's take a look at the Wonderland Murders.
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The Horrifying Truth About Exorcisms
Sadly exorcisms have long bedeviled the mentally ill. Attempts to exorcise disorders deemed demons have often been awful.
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This Is When The First Winter Paralympics Were Held
Unofficially, however, the Paralympics are 12 years older. A spinal injury specialist in the UK organized athletic events for his patients.
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Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Look Has People Making A Michael Jackson Comparison
Twitter pounced on the comparison. "Loved Kendrick's homage to Michael Jackson," said one user. "His outfit was perfection."
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