The Assassination Of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, Explained
Like the war itself, the circumstances that made Archduke Ferdinand's death so consequential stretch back long before the assassination. Let's take a look.
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Who Was The First Musician To Be Knighted By Queen Elizabeth II?
Many people were given honors throughout the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, including knighthood. Here is the first musician in which the late queen knighted.
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Heart-Wrenching Details About Carole King
Carole King is one of pop's most iconic singers and songwriters, but she's encountered a number of challenges and tragedies throughout her life and career.
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Who Was Gov. Morris, The Founding Father Who Led A Salacious Life Of Intrigue?
Perhaps one of the most interesting and least talked about founding fathers is a man known as Gouverneur Morris, who led a life of salaciousness and intrigue.
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The Largest Chemical Weapons Attack On Civilians Explained
The 1988 chemical attack on the Kurdish civilians in Halabja, Iraq, is one of the most horrific examples of genocide and ethnic cleansing in history.
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The Early American Legend Of Old Stormalong
Old Stormalong is an early American legend about a sea captain, on par with Paul Bunyan and Rip Van Winkle. Here's what the legend is about.
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Why Adolf Hitler's Mentor Eventually Broke Away From Him
Like many who fall into ideologies of hatred, Adolf Hitler was influenced by the people around him. But his mentor eventually broke away from him. Here's why.
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The Unexplained UFO-Like Flying Objects In Ancient Hindu Texts
Hindu's sacred ancient religious texts contain descriptions of unexplained UFO-like flying saucers, god-like aliens, and even intergalactic space battles.
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The Real Meaning Behind The Name Enola Gay, The Plane That Dropped The First Atomic Bomb
The Enola Gay had a dark intention — the device was scheduled to drop an atomic bomb on an enemy target. Why did it get such a unique name?
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Who Were The Cambridge 5?
A nation's security relies on people protecting sensitive information. When these people are doing the opposite you end up with situations like the Cambridge 5.
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One Theory Suggests Jack The Ripper Was Also Texas' Infamous Servant Girl Annihilator
Are London's Jack the Ripper and Austin's Servant Girl Annihilator connected? Here are the similarities and differences between the crime sprees.
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The Gruesome Story Of The St. Valentine's Day Massacre
The St. Valentine's Day Massacre remains an unsolved gang hit. While most fingers pointed to Al Capone, that's not the entirety of the story.
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The Untold History Of Lucy And Albert Parsons
As far as power couples go, the 19th century would've been a drastically different time in the United States had it not been for Lucy and Albert Parsons.
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The Real Reason Japan's Prime Minister Did Not Attend Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida did not attend Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on September 19, 2022. Here's why he choose to opt out.
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Who Divided The Bible Into Chapters And Verses?
The division of the Bible's text into chapters and verses happened centuries after the original text was written thanks to one particular printer.
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The Disturbing Story Of Emperor Frederick II's Language Experiment
We are born with the capacity to learn, but we learn from other people. Or do we? King Frederick II's disturbing language experiment sought to find out.
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Ruthless Dictators You Probably Haven't Heard Of
While these dictators might not have had the infamy or death count of some of the most notorious rulers, they have certainly left their cruel mark on the world.
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The Incredible Story Of A Passover Celebration In A Nazi Concentration Camp
In the waning years of World War II, Jewish prisoners managed to hold their own Seder in secret. It was an inspiring act of resistance and bravery.
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The Problem With Roman Emperor Nero's Rulership
The history of Ancient Rome is filled with the names of men who murdered, partied, and used their positions to inflict as much mayhem as possible.
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What Happened To Sears Stores?
Sears grew to be one of the biggest retailers in the world — but then it all came crashing down. Here's the history of Sears department stores.
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The Bull-Leaping Women Of Ancient Minoan Greece
Ancient Minoa has always been something that ignites the imagination, going all the way back to the familiar Greek tale of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth.
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London Just Got A Lot More Toilets Thanks To The Queen's Death
The number of people who will queue in line to pay respects to Queen Elizabeth II is estimated by some to reach 750,000, and officials have made accommodations.
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The Real Reason Edward VII's Coronation Didn't Happen As Planned
Edward VII reigned for nine years after his mother, Queen Victoria, died, but while his reign was generally successful, it didn't get off to a perfect start.
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How Mary Freeman's Escape Helped End Slavery In Massachusetts
One of the earliest cases that began to change the game regarding enslavement was that of Elizabeth "Mum Bett" Freeman, in Brom and Bett v. Ashley.
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What Are The Four Sacred Sites In Buddhism?
Though there are countless religions across the world, there are a handful that are the most prominent: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.
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Egypt's Oldest Pyramid Is Not The Pyramid Of Giza
While the Great Pyramids of Giza are an architectural wonder, none are the oldest Egyptian pyramid in existence. The story behind it all might surprise you.
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Who Was John Kendrick, The Explorer Who Predated Lewis And Clark?
The age of exploration involved countless brave souls who traversed the high seas, seeking far-off lands for wealth. One such person was John Kendrick.
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