The Messed Up History Of Being A Lady-In-Waiting
Hanging out with a queen all day, every day, could be deeply and disturbingly stressful in times past. Here's the messed up history of being a lady-in-waiting.
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What Nobody Told You About History Channel's Mountain Men
If you're looking to get lost in North America's untamed wilderness without leaving your living room, you'll want to watch History Channel's "Mountain Men."
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Things Lovecraft Country Gets Right About History
Lovecraft Country doesn't hesitate to drop historical references, and it gets quite a few things right about the history it's referencing.
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Everything You've Ever Wondered About The Dead Sea Scrolls
Piecing the Dead Sea Scrolls together has been something of a challenge, so what have we learned? Read on for everything you've ever wondered.
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What It Was Really Like Being A Witch-Hunter
Witch-hunters oversaw the deaths of thousands due to fear and uncertainty, but who were these men? Here's what it was really like being a witch-hunter.
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These Are The Countries With No Military
When a country eliminates its military there can be tangible benefits. Here are some of these nations, and how they exist with no military.
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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 Messed Up History Of Typhoid Fever
Typhoid fever, caused by a particular Salmonella bacterium, was an incredibly deadly disease that still persists today.
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What Are The Risks Of Being An Anti-War Protester In Russia?
Anti-war protesters in Russia face different kinds of risks if they choose to make their voices heard, or even head to the streets for a peaceful protest.
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This War-Torn Area In France Is One Of The Most Dangerous Places On Earth
The Zone Rogue in France was the site of the Verdun Battle in World War I between the French and the Germans.
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What Happened To Etch A Sketch?
The iconic drawing toy Etch A Sketch was first released in 1960 and has sold more than 1 million units.
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The Rockefeller Family Tree Explained
The Rockefeller family is one of the richest families in the United States.
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Chilling Details From The Oklahoma City Bombing
In 1995, Oklahoma City suffered the biggest domestic terror attack in U.S. history. These are the chilling details from the Oklahoma City bombing.
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The Fake Heiress Who Conned America's Banks In The 1800s
Elizabeth "Betty" Bigley was a con woman who managed to steal millions of dollars from unsuspecting victims in both the U.S. and Canada.
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The 100 Hour War Explained
Also known as the Football War, the 100 Hour War broke out on July 14, 1969, when El Salvador invaded Honduras by air and land.
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How Crowd Crushes Are Prevented
Tragedy struck rapper Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival this past Friday when a sudden "crowd surge" left eight people dead, and dozens more injured.
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How Many Victims Did 'The Trash Bag Killer' Patrick Kearney Really Have?
One of three freeway killers in the 1970s was "The Trash Bag Killer." He earned this nickname due to his chosen method of disposing corpses in trash bags.
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Why John Wilkes Booth Initially Planned To Kidnap Abraham Lincoln
John Wilkes Booth had only intended to kidnap Abraham Lincoln, but a random thing changed that — for the worse for President Lincoln.
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Why Hydrogen Leaking From A Nuclear Power Plant Is So Deadly
Any attack on a nuclear facility threatens to leak hydrogen and other toxic radioactive pollutants into the environment, which could have deadly consequences.
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The Biggest Royal Family Moments Of 2021
From a baby boom to the death of Prince Philip, 2021 has been a year filled with highs and lows for Queen Elizabeth and the British royal family.
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This Colorized Photo Will Change How You Look At Harry Houdini
In the world of magicians, illusionists, and escape artists, Harry Houdini's skills are legendary. Here's what he looks like in color.
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The Truth About Nicolaus Copernicus' Vow Of Celibacy
Nicolaus Copernicus was a "Renaissance man" in the truest sense of the word. He also entered a life of religion as a canon and as such, took a vow of celibacy.
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This Is The Deadliest Place On Earth For Catholic Priests
You would think that in a country that is almost uniformly Catholic, being a priest would be a safe job. As it turns out, this isn't the case.
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What Life Was Like As A Tavern Keeper In The Colonial Era
Colonial taverns started life as a place for the adults (especially men) to congregate for a drink. And the colonists certainly didn't shy away from them.
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The Temptation Of Christ Explained
While the temptation of Christ is perhaps lesser known than some Bible storylines, it contains within its borders some significant theological reflection.
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Things You Didn't Know About The Palace Of Placentia
Known as Greenwich Palace from 1498 to 1694, the Palace of Placentia is now a cultural heritage site that is open to the public in London.
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Why The Haitian Revolution Inspired So Many Rebellions
The Haitian Revolution not only led to independence, but it set off a ripple effect of uprisings by enslaved people across the Caribbean and South America.
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