Lyncoya: The Tragic Story Of Andrew Jackson's Adopted Creek Son
Former U.S. president Andrew Jackson adopted a Native American child, the historical truth of which is largely a mystery. Here is the tragic story of Lyncoya.
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The Civil War's Most Notorious Female Spies
When the Civil War broke out, secret agents were important to both the Union and the Confederacy. Interestingly, a good number of them were women.
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What Would Happen If Russia Tried To Take Alaska Back?
Russia has called for the United States to return Alaska, but the reality of that isn't too simple. What would happen if Russia tried to take Alaska back?
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The Real-Life Murders That Inspired Agatha Christie's Mysteries
Agatha Christie penned over 150 short stories and 66 novels, and you may wonder how could she possibly come up with so many plots! Here's where a few came from.
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The Most Spectacular Shipwreck Treasures Ever Found
The lure of sunken treasure has been part of human nature as long as ships have plied the seas. Here are the most spectacular shipwreck treasures ever found.
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What The James Webb Telescope Can Tell Us About Deep Space
When NASA's James Webb Space Telescope was launched, it was expected to beam some incredible images back to Earth. It is now smashing those expectations.
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The Truth About The Man Who Commissioned A Park Of Monsters
Tucked away in the Italian town of Bomarzo is an overgrown garden on monstrous delights with an unusual story.
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The World's Oldest Living Things
There are things in this world that are amazingly intricate in their design. Continue reading to learn all about the world's oldest living things.
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The History Of Cartography In Ancient China Explained
From China came some of the oldest and most advanced ancient maps. From legend to modernity, here is the history of cartography in ancient China explained.
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These Dog Breeds Are The Most Expensive In The World
Obviously, some breeds of dog can cost a pretty penny, especially those with considerable maintenance requirements. Here are the world's most expensive breeds.
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The Strange Life And Death Of Taira No Masakado
Tairo no Masakado had a strange life, but an even stranger death. Here's who he was and what happened to him after he died.
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The Tragic True Stories Of The Other Great Fires Of London
While the Great Fire of 1666 is the most famous of London's fires, the city has witnessed many historic blazes, all of which have helped transform the city.
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The Worst Crimes Ever Committed By Kim Jong-Un
Many mysteries surround the leader of North Korea, though his notoriety is hard to dispute. These are the worst crimes ever committed by Kim Jong-un.
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The Chilling Truth About Mass Murderer Jack Gilbert Graham
Jack Gilbert Graham's hatred for his mother and desire for quick money led him to bomb a plane that killed over 40 people.
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The Tragic True Story Behind The Purple Heart Battalion
World War II was one of the most traumatic events in modern world history. Here's the tragic true story behind the United States' Purple Heart Battalion.
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Chilling Details About The Human Experiments At Holmesburg Prison
Here are just a few chilling details about the human experiments that took place at Holmesburg Prison. These trials often had lasting effects for prisoners.
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True Stories Behind These Popular CCR Songs
Every song has a story, and Creedence Clearwater Revival, aka CCR, made sure of it. These are the true stories behind some of CCR's most iconic songs.
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Dark Secrets Of Rodeos
Some describe it as a form of culture and tradition; some describe it as senseless cruelty against animals. The latter category seems to be gaining numbers.
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Inside Harry Truman's Contentious Relationship With General Douglas MacArthur
Here's how Harry S. Truman and Douglas MacArthur's relationship led to the end of a storied military career and the decline of a president's popularity.
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Boris Johnson's Resignation Explained
Boris Johnson's resignation in July 2022 was not unexpected; it was surprising he made it as long as he did. This is Boris Johnson's resignation explained.
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The Mystery Of The Only Cadet To Go Missing From West Point
In West Point's 200-plus years, only one cadet has gone missing: Richard Colvin Cox, whose disappearance triggered one of the largest manhunts in U.S. history.
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Here's Who Inherited These Pop Star Fortunes After They Passed Away
Pop stars may live the good life while they're around, but what happened to the fortunes and estates of some of pop's biggest names after they passed away?
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Chilling Details About Sarah Everard's Murder
Late in the evening of March 3, 2021, Sarah Everard disappeared from a London street. Here are the chilling details about Sarah Everard's murder.
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Tragic Details About Kenny Rogers
There are two kinds of people in this world: The kind that say they're fans of Kenny Rogers, and liars. Here are some tragic details about Kenny Rogers,
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The Messed Up Truth About The Angola Prison Rodeo
Although prison rodeos have been around as early as 1931, none of them have outlasted the Angola prison rodeo in Louisiana. Here's the messed-up truth about it.
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Here's What It Was Like Going To A Speakeasy During Prohibition
Ever imagine what it was like visiting a speakeasy during Prohibition? These underground clubs have a somewhat complicated history. Read on to learn more.
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What Happens If You Don't Have A Will When You Die
A will is one of the most important documents people can create, yet many die without ever writing one. Here's what happens when someone dies without a will.
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