Here's What Was In Jane Austen's Will
Jane Austen's novels are considered literary masterworks, but she was not recognized for her writing until well after she died. Here's what was in her will.
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What Happened To Rosalynn And Jimmy Carter's Children?
Former President Jimmy Carter and his late wife Rosalyn of 77 years had four children together. Here's what happened to Jack, Chip, Jeff, and Amy Carter.
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Times Regents Notably Took Over The British Throne
In the 1,200-year history of the British monarchy, regents have repeatedly stepped in to govern the kingdom. Here are some of England's most notable regencies.
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Rosalynn And Jimmy Carter Hold This Impressive Presidential-Couple Record
Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter met in early childhood and went on to become partners into their 90s. The couple holds this impressive presidential-couple record.
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The History Behind Mary Todd Lincoln's Famous Purple Velvet Dress
Mary Todd Lincoln had a favorite seamstress, a formerly enslaved woman who bought her own freedom to go on to make the first lady's famous purple velvet dress.
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12 Facts About Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter
Activist, writer, humanitarian, Rosalynn Carter is the person most responsible for shaping the role of first lady of the United States in the modern era.
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The Untold Truth Of Brigham Young
Brigham Young was a pioneer in the early Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and a force unto himself. His life is more interesting than you may think.
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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Dead At 96
Former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter has died at the age of 96, The Carter Center reports.
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Why Leonard Bernstein Was A Person Of Interest For The FBI
Did you know composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein was a person of interest for the FBI years ago? Here's how he ended up in the bureau's crosshairs.
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Bizarre Things Lee Harvey Oswald's Mother Did After JFK's Assassination
After Lee Harvey Oswald infamously assassinated John F. Kennedy in 1963, his mother, Marguerite, did some pretty bizarre stuff. Here's the full story.
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This Is Where Abraham Lincoln Is Buried (And It's Nowhere Near Washington DC)
Former President Abraham Lincoln's body has been moved around a few times since his assassination in 1865. Here's where it's buried as of today.
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The Legend Of Drop Bears Explained
The first and most important thing you need to know about drop bears is that they don't actually exist. Here's what we know about this myth.
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The Real Reason Hearses Have This Decoration Instead Of Windows On The Back
You've probably seen a hearse at some point in your life, and maybe you noticed a particular decoration on the back in place of windows. Here's why.
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William Shakespeare's Will Reveals A Lot About The Famous Writer
Though it's not known how William Shakespeare died, his will reveals a lot about the famous writer and his feelings about his wife and daughters.
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The Horrifying Story Of Germanwings Flight 9525
In 2015, a passenger plane crashed in the French Alps. As tragic as this was, the recovered flight recorder revealed the horrifying cause of the crash.
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The History Of Benjamin Franklin's Cherished Walking Stick (And Where You'll Find It Today)
Did you know that founding father Benjamin Franklin had a cherished walking stick - a gold-topped cane. Here's where you'll find the item today.
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What It Was Really Like Being A Coal Miner In 19th-Century America
Coal mining is not an easy job, even today. But what was it like more than a century ago? This is the reality of being a coal miner in 19th-century America.
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Why People Think Audrey Hepburn Had An Affair With JFK
John F. Kennedy was rumored to have had affairs with many prominent women, including actress Audrey Hepburn. Here's what we know about their alleged fling.
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The Origins Behind Humpty Dumpty Aren't What You'd Expect
Like many nursery rhymes, "Humpty Dumpty" has plenty of different interpretations when it comes to its origins. Here are the most prominent.
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The Lavish Spending Of Napoleon's Wife, Empress Josephine Bonaparte
Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Empress Josephine Bonaparte, gained a reputation for her lavish spending during her time in power. Here's the whole story.
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Whatever Happened To Abraham Lincoln's Kids?
Abraham Lincoln had four children with his wife Mary: Robert Todd Lincoln, Edward Baker Lincoln, William Wallace Lincoln, and Thomas Lincoln.
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The Woman Who Became The 'Mother Of Thanksgiving'
The woman who became the 'Mother of Thanksgiving' lobbied several sitting U.S. presidents to declare the fall feast an annual federal holiday.
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The Biggest Differences Between The Amish And Mennonites
The Amish and Mennonites can look very similar to non-members. While they both have Anabaptist roots, these are the biggest differences between the groups.
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10 Real-Life Objects Rumored To Have Mystical Powers
History and legend are full of objects that are said to have had magical or miraculous powers Some of them even exist in the material realm in the present day.
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Historical Figures Who May Have Used Marijuana
Marijuana use, whether for recreational or medicinal purposes, has a long history. Some of the historical figures linked with marijuana use may surprise you.
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The Confederate Freemason Who Some Believe Predicted World War I, II, And III
Years ago, a Confederate freemason purportedly wrote a letter that predicted World War I, II, and III. But just how true is this story, and what did he say?
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The Same Perfume Catherine De Medici Used Back In The 1500s Is Still Available Today
Back in the 1500s, Catherine de Medici used a perfume - created for her wedding to King Henry II - that's still available today. Here's the story.
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