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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The Truth About The First Commercial Plane Hijacking
The first commercial plane hijacking happened in 1948 and made hijacking an airplane a crime for the first time ever.
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The Messed Up Truth Of 2012's Benghazi Attack
Four Americans died in the 2012 attacks in Benghazi, Libya. Subsequent investigations have been inconclusive but have driven a rift in American politics.
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The Assassination Of Julius Caesar Explained
The vicious assassination of the all-powerful consul of the Roman Republic, Gaius Julius Caesar, occurred on March 15, 44 BC -- the now infamous Ides of March.
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Little Kids With Superhuman Strength
If you really tried and trained and tried and trained, you might become as awesome and strong as these kids, who bulked up before they learned to drive.
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Here's Where George Washington Lived Instead Of The White House
Many people might be surprised that the place was not always called the White House, which became the official name during President Theodore Roosevelt's term.
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What Really Happened To The Children Of God Cult?
By 1972,Children of God cult leader David Brandt Berg, who died in hiding in 1994, had painted himself a Messiah second in importance only to Jesus.
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The Untold Truth Of The Gospel Of John
The collection of biblical books that tell the story of the life of Jesus Christ are the four gospels, yet the Gospel of John stands out from the others.
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This Is How Isaac Newton Predicted The End Of The World
Isaac Newton's pioneering work in physics, including the three laws of motion and his comprehension of gravity, laid the foundations for the field.
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The Truth Behind The Great Stink Of London
When it comes to a disgusting time in history, London summer of 1858 is a serious contender. That's when something called "the Great Stink" enveloped the city.
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The Takenouchi Manuscripts Provide An Entirely New Story For Jesus Christ
The world is full of accounts of the life of Jesus Christ. Notably, the Takenouchi Manuscripts provide an entirely new story for the Son of God.
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The Bible's Burning Bush Explained
Moses, hearing the voice of God in the burning bush, directing him to lead his people may be familiar. But, several interpretations explain the phenomena.
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The Millionaire Who Created A Baby Boom In 1920s Canada
Canadian Charles Millar died a jokester at heart -- setting the terms of his will as a contest for the woman who could have the most babies.
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Famous People Who May Have Secretly Been Spies
These famous people may have secretly been spies.
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James Garner's Nose Saved His Life While Fighting In The Korean War
The famous actor James Garner served in the Korean War, and was able to sniff out the enemy thanks to his strong aversion to garlic.
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Common Myths About The First World War
World War I, perhaps the most infamous war in world history, is well-known by many. Or is it? Many common facts about the first World War are actually myths.
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Sir Frederick Treves: The Royal Surgeon Who Saved King Edward VII
Sir Frederick Treves was the royal surgeon who saved the life of King Edward VII by giving him an appendectomy. Here's who else the famous surgeon helped.
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Who Was Dr. William Brydon, The Alleged Lone Survivor Of Britain's Massacre In Afghanistan?
On January 6, 1942, British forces occupying Afghanistan were in a dire situation after installing their own puppet government in the nation two years prior.
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The Record-Breaking 'Toadzilla' Discovered In Australia
The cane toad is a hearty species that can reach an unfathomable size. Here is more about the record-breaking "Toadzilla" recently found in Australia.
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Why You Rarely See The Roswell Incident In School History Books
In July 1947, something fell from the skies over Roswell, New Mexico. Here's why you don't see the Roswell incident in school history books.
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Why The Green Pea Galaxies Are Important In The History Of Our Universe
Most people probably haven't heard of Green Pea galaxies, tiny galaxies scattered throughout the universe, but they're more important than you might think.
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Popular Wedding Traditions With Creepy Origins
Many of our popular wedding traditions come with creepy origin stories. Wearing identical bridesmaid dresses was an attempt to confuse evil spirits.
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This Is How Much A Lock Of Abraham Lincoln's Hair Is Worth
On April 14, 1865, Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, was shot in the back of the head by John Wilkes Booth.
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The First Known Airplane Hijackings Were Earlier Than You Think
When Americans think of hijacking aircraft, their minds are almost certainly going to go to the events of September 11, 2001. But there were many more.
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The Dark Truth Behind The Horrible Nazi Seawater Torture Experiment
The Nazi Party's self-proclaimed scientists devised unique and horrifying experiments to inflict on their captives, including the seawater torture experiment.
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The Rivalry Between Ancient Athens And Sparta Explained
The rivalry between ancient Athens and Sparta was one borne of different ideologies and approaches to societal life. It's not a lot different than today.
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