What It Was Really Like To Be A Court Jester
The historical position of court jester was about much more than just being a goofball. Here's what it was really like to be a court jester.
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The Crazy Real-Life Story Of Georgia's Only Queen
Tamar of Georgia is the only person in Georgia's history to have held the title of king and queen. Under her, Georgia expanded and art and literature exploded.
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The Untold Truth Of Fort Bragg
North Carolina's Fort Bragg is the largest military installation in the U.S. It's also one of the most gruesome, with multiple murders and disasters.
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The Untold Truth Of John Williams
Famous film composer John Williams has developed a prolific career. HIs relationship with Steven Spielberg has led to some of the most iconic scores.
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Cultures That Celebrate The New Year Later In The Year
In many parts of the world, people celebrate the arrival of the new year after the tradition Dec. 31-Jan. 1 timeframe.
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Rules White House Staff Have To Follow
The staff of the White House is responsible for the activities of maintaining the residence and taking care of the first family. They do have rules to follow.
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Moments In Canadian History That Went Horribly Wrong
Canada seems like a calm, peaceful kind of country. But it has a history just like any other country that is surprisingly dark and violent at times.
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The Tragic Truth About The Highway Of Tears
Canada's Highway of Tears is part of a road known for cases of missing or murdered Indigenous women, highlighting a broken system where race comes into play.
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The Tragic Explanation Of The Day The Music Died
The Day the Music Died was Feb. 3, 1959, when a plane crash killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper. It was a shattering end to the decade.
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The Messed Up History Of Fort Hood
Fort Hood has a reputation throughout its existence as the black sheep of Army, with incidents of violence, sexual harassment and abuse, and misconduct.
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Classic Pin-Ups With Incredibly Tragic Stories
It seems like pin-up models would have the life. They have the world at their feet. Right? Not exactly. Here are classic pin-ups with incredibly tragic stories.
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The Untold Truth About Madams In The Wild West
The madams who ruled during the 1800s and early 1900s were more than just sex workers. They were actually businesswomen who contributed to their communities.
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False Things Everyone Believes About J. Edgar Hoover
J. Edgar Hoover ran the FBI for nearly 50 years. A very mysterious man, several rumors and conspiracies have circulated about him through the decades.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Hilton Family
The Hilton name is one of the most recognized in modern American history, but the family's history is fraught with drama and tragedy. This is their story.
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The Terrifying True Story Of The Cash-Landrum UFO Incident
The Cash-Landrum UFO incident left its witnesses both traumatized and physically ill. This is the terrifying true story of the Cash-Landrum UFO incident.
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Moments In Swedish History That Went Horribly Wrong
While modern-day Sweden is famous for its neutrality and has a reputation as well-functioning modern socialist state, Sweden has had its fair share of mishaps.
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Things Ma Rainey's Black Bottom Didn't Tell You About Ma Rainey
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, starring Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman, is already getting Oscar buzz. Here's what the film left out.
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Themyscira: The Home Of The Legendary Amazons Explained
Whether in ancient Greek myth or in Wonder Woman comics and films, the Amazons make their home in a city-state called Themiscyra. But what is Themiscyra?
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The Craziest Things That Happened On Christmas Day Throughout History
Although some people associate December 25th with Christmas, there are so many different things that have happened on December 25th throughout history.
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Things The Da Vinci Code Gets Right About Religion
Author Dan Brown has claimed that he drew up fact for his best-seller The Da Vinci Code. And, the book occasionally gets things about religion right.
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The Tragic True Story Of Rosemary Clooney
Rosemary Clooney was a singer and star for the ages. Despite her popularity and talent, she struggled to get to Hollywood and then climb her way back up again.
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Tragic Details About John McCain's Time As A POW
During the Vietnam War, John McCain was held prisoner by the North Vietnamese for nearly six years. Here are the tragic details about McCain's time as a POW.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Pete Davidson
Pete Davidson has made quite a name for himself. However, the comedian has had to overcome many obstacles, like mental health issues and the death of his dad.
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Historical Figures Who Survived The Most Assassination Attempts
Throughout history, prominent figures have been targeted for assassination. Here are the figures who faced attempted assassinations the most frequently.
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The Most Tragic Deaths In The British Royal Family
Featuring betrayals, beheadings, and lots of people with the same names, these are the most tragic deaths in the British royal family.
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Theories About What Really Killed These Historical Leaders
When there's uncertainty about how historical figures died, people start guessing. Here are theories about what really killed these historical leaders.
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The History Of Mike Tyson And Donald Trump's Unlikely Relationship
Mike Tyson and Donald Trump came from different backgrounds but have a lasting friendship. Their strange relationship may have shaped Trump's presidency.
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