Military Battles That Were Worse Than You Thought
History is littered with bloody battles that claimed the lives of combatants and civilians alike, but a few notable battles were even worse than you thought.
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Historical Films Historians Can't Stand To Watch
Some liberties have to be taken in order to turn a historical film into good entertainment, but there are some movies that historians can't stand to watch.
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Unexpected Cars You Didn't Know Former Presidents Once Owned
From posh limousines and early electric cars to a floating convertible and a "tin can" on wheels, here are some surprising cars once owned by U.S. presidents.
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What Your History Class Didn't Teach You About WWII
History class probably taught you a lot of things about World War II, but it can only cover so much. Indeed, lots is left out from such curriculums.
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Mythical Monsters That Might Have Actually Existed
Many mythical monsters were metaphorical or pure figments of the imagination, but a few may have some foundation in reality and might have actually existed.
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11 Most Chilling End Of The World Predictions Famous People Had
End of the world predictions are nothing new. In fact, there have been many over the years, and some came from famous people you wouldn't expect.
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What The Final Year Of Hitler's Life Was Really Like
The final year of Adolf Hitler's life was a turbulent one. Through the years, we have learned more about the fateful days that led to his defeat.
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The Real Reason American Flags Are Backwards On Military Uniforms
There are a lot of rules around proper flag etiquette, so it's strange that American flags are sometimes backwards on military uniforms. Here's the reason.
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What Does It Mean When A Trucker Flashes Their Lights Twice?
At some point, while driving or as a passenger, you might have seen a trucker flash their lights twice. There's a pretty specific meaning behind this.
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How Much Is The Pope's Ring Worth?
The Vatican has an estimated net worth between 10 and 15 billion dollars. But what could the Pope get for his ring? How much is the Pope's ring worth?
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What Does The Florida State Flag Symbolize?
State flags in the U.S. are very individual and often contain a lot of meaning and symbolism. Here's what the Florida state flag symbolizes.
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The Untold Truth Of Pope Francis' Siblings
Pope Francis is the first of the five children the couple would have. As the eldest Bergoglio child, he had four siblings: two sisters and two brothers.
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Who Is The Most Powerful Angel, According To The Bible?
If you think you know who the most powerful angel is, according to the Bible, you're probably not far off. There aren't many actually named in the text.
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What The Final Year Of Stephen Hawking's Life Was Like
Legendary physicist Stephen Hawking was still doing groundbreaking work in the weeks leading up to his death. Here's what the last year of his life was like.
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What Does Canada's Flag Symbolize?
Every country has a national flag, and behind each one is a long and interesting history. Canada is no different, and its even had multiple over the years.
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The Meaning Of The Swiss Guards' Colorful Uniforms Explained
If you've ever seen the Vatican’s Swiss Guards, you might have noticed their colorful uniforms of red, yellow, and blue. And maybe you wondered what they mean.
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The Items Pope Francis Will Be Buried With Explained
When a pope dies, there are lots of rituals and traditions around their funeral and burial. Here's an explainer of the items Pope Francis will be buried with.
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5 Unexpected Items The TSA Banned From Carry-On Baggage
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created after the September 11 attacks to prevent dangerous items from being taken aboard planes.
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The Balloon That Cost Millions Of Dollars To Pop
In January 2023, a balloon appeared in the skies of Alaska, and eventually, the U.S. military shot it down, costing the country millions of dollars.
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Why Were Some Popes Buried In 3 Coffins?
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88. He was different from his predecessors, and he changed the burial tradition that involved three coffins.
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The World Reacts To The Death Of Pope Francis
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88 and leaders from around the world shared their reactions. Here's what some of them had to say.
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Here's Why Caskets Are Locked Before A Body Is Buried
You've probably heard of the practice of locking caskets before a body is buried, and you might wonder why we do this. What's there to be worried about?
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Who Could Replace Pope Francis After His Death?
There are several contenders to replace Pope Francis after his death when the papal conclave cast their votes for his successor. Here are the likely candidates.
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What Will Happen To The Body Of Pope Francis?
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. And just as he did while he lived, he chose to take a simpler approach to his burial.
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Here's What Happens When Someone's Citizenship Is Revoked In The United States
You might have wondered what follows after someone's citizenship is revoked in the United States. It's a rare occurrence, but it does happen.
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The Real Reason Amish Women Pull Their Teeth
You might have heard that Amish women pull their teeth, and maybe you've even seen the results of the practice. And there are a few reasons why they do it.
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Why Are The Arms Of A Dead Person Crossed When They're Buried?
You've probably seen it at some point, whether in some piece of entertainment or in real-life — a dead person with their arms crossed over their chest.
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