Every Pet In The Kennedy-Era White House
While living in the White House, the Kennedys kept a lot of pets. From ducks to hamsters to ponys, here are all the members of the extended presidential family.
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Why The US Stopped Making The $20 Coin
"Making it rain" with a bunch of heavy coins isn't quite the same as it is with cash. But that's not why the U.S. stopped making the $20 coin.
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The Man Who Was JFK's Best Friend
There were many prominent figures in John F. Kennedy's life, but his best friend didn't take the stage like the rest of them. Here's who he was.
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Here's Where You'll Find The Grave Of Robert E. Lee
Confederate General Robert E. Lee has a complicated history as someone whose been both revered and reviled. Here's where you'll find his grave.
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Tragic Details About Rosalynn Carter, Former First Lady Of The United States
Rosalynn Carter passed away in 2023. While her marriage to Jimmy Carter the stuff most can only aspire to, her life was not free of tragedy and difficulties.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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How Turkey Became A Thanksgiving Tradition
Different things may come to mind for people when they think of Thanksgiving, but arguably all Americans think of turkey. Here's where the tradition started.
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Why The KKK's Reign Of Terror Soared During The Prohibition
America has gone through many turbulent times over the course of history, including when the KKK's reign of terror soared during the prohibition.
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How Was Charles Manson Caught?
Charles Manson guided his followers on a killing spree that infamously led to the death of actress Sharon Tate, among others. Here's how he was caught.
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Tragic Details About First Lady Dolley Madison's Life
Dolley Madison is known for the myth that she rescued a portrait from a burning White House, but her real life was exciting enough. Here are her many tragedies.
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How Blind Frog Ranch Got Its Name
Blind Frog Ranch is the center of the Discovery Channel show "Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch." So how did it get its name? Well, that's a funny story.
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Details About Katharine Hepburn's Lengthy Affair With Spencer Tracy
Katharine Hepburn had a lengthy affair with Spencer Tracy, though details only surfaced after the death of Tracy and his wife. Here's what we know.
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Every Baby That Was Born In The White House
Being born in the White House has been a rare occasion throughout American history. Here are all the members of this exclusive club, and how they fared.
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How Much Do The World Series Champions Make?
You might imagine that MLB World Series champions make a good chunk of change for their victory. That's true, but the process is complicated.
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Famous People Who Passed Through Ellis Island
Ellis Island, New York, was the first port of call for immigrants for over half a century. Masses of people have passed through, including a few famous ones.
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What Happened To Bill Clinton's Inaugural Ball Saxophone?
During his inauguration ball on January 19, 1993, former president Bill Clinton busted out his saxophone. Here's what happened to the instrument.
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What It Was Like To Be At The March On Washington
The March on Washington in 1963 was a watershed moment in American and Black history, changing the lives of many who were there.
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