World War II Pacific Front Timeline Explained
If World War II's European front was a battle of brute force, the war in the Pacific was a chess game. Here's what happened along the Pacific front.
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Famous Rock Star Best Friends
Famous rock stars have friends, families, break ups, and all the ups and downs of a human life. In fact, friendships often inspire great songs.
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The Tragic 1898 American Massacre Many People Haven't Heard Of
The Wilmington Insurrection of 1898 was one of the saddest events in U.S. history, yet also one of the least talked about or remembered events in U.S. history.
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Real-Life Witches And Wizards That Actually Existed
Practitioners of magic have historically been wrapped in myth and legend, but a few were real. Here's a look at some witches and wizards that actually existed.
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Essential Facts About Alan Greenspan
Did you know Alan Greenspan, Fed chair from 1987-2006, didn't dream of becoming an economist? Learn what brought him to that path, plus other "maestro" facts.
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The Royal Life Of Prince Andrew
Prince Andrew's downfall is one for the ages. Once the royal son who could do no wrong, he then did all sorts of wrong. This is the royal life of Prince Andrew.
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Facts About Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has ruled Iran for over three decades, not with criticism and controversy.
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Questionable Things About Gerald Ford's Presidency
Most know the 38th U.S. President Gerald Ford as Richard Nixon's successor. Here are some questionable things to happen after he took his place.
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Bloopers That Got These Sports Announcers Fired
Some bloopers may just cause laughs and red faces, but other times the penalty is more severe. Here are bloopers that got these sports announcers fired
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What It Was Really Like At The Cotton Club
An extremely hip venue with sought-after performers, the Cotton Club was a big piece of American history. This is what it was really like at the Cotton Club.
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NBA Players Who Died Before Turning 40
When a young person with their whole life ahead of them dies suddenly, the blow can be unbearable. Here are NBA players who died before turning 40.
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What The Most Famous NBA Players From The 1990s Look Like Today
If you ever wondered about what happened to some of the most famous NBA players of the 1990s, here's an update of what they look like today, some 30 years on.
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Essential Facts About Ayatollah Khomeini
Among the most infamous political and religious leaders of the 1980s was head of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ruhollah Khomeini.
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Dark Secrets Of Dog Shows Revealed
Behind the parade of perfect paws, there are shady things going on behind the scenes of dog shows. These are the dark secrets of dog shows revealed.
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Mistakes In Songs That Make Them Better
Though they might seem perfect, musicians make mistakes — some of which end up on your favorite tracks. Here are some mistakes in songs that make them better.
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The Only People Outside The British Royal Family Given State Funerals
Over the course of British history, a handful of public figures not of royal descent have also been given the honor of a state funeral. Here is the full list.
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World War II Allied Home Front Timeline Explained
Life on the homefront during World War II was hard, so let's take a look at what was going on in the U.S. and Britain while millions died in battle.
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The Truth About Jimmy Page's Guitar Solo In Stairway To Heaven
Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin is one of the most electrifying guitarists ever heard. Here's the truth about his guitar solo in Stairway to Heaven.
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How The Ancients Celebrated The Fall Equinox
Modern holidays often mark important dates for individual cultures, but things were different in the past. This is how the ancients celebrated the fall equinox.
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Things Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story Got Wrong
Despite attempts at accuracy, in true crime shows, there are always things that get altered. These are some things Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story got wrong.
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The Mystery Of The Cleveland Torso Murderer
Shortly after the Great Depression, a serial killer dismembered and killed at least a dozen victims in Cleveland. Here is the story of the Torso Murderer.
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Joan Joyce: The Greatest American Athlete You've Never Heard Of
From time to time, athletes emerge who seem naturally endowed with the ability to play any sport with great success, but few were as successful as Joan Joyce.
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What Greta Garbo's Private Life Was Really Like
Greta Garbo mesmerized audiences with her seemingly effortless talent for on-camera acting. But her personal life was simple, reclusive, and very private.
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Roman Empire Timeline Explained
The timeline of Roman history is about as convoluted as it is long, stretching out over two millenia. This is the Roman Empire timeline explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Bill Clinton
The man formerly known as President Bill Clinton is surrounded by a basket-load of weird facts: This is the untold truth of Bill Clinton.
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Tragic Details About UB40
Behind the scenes, UB40 has been nowhere near as chill as their music might suggest they are. Here are some tragic details about UB40.
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The Weirdest Political Conspiracy Theories In 19th Century America
Although technology has contributed to the rapid circulation of conspiracy theories, they've always existed. Here are some of the earliest in U.S. history.
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