The Terrible True Story Of The Burning Of The Reichstag
The Reichstag fire in 1933 was a key event in the Nazis' rise to power. This is the terrible true story of the burning of the Reichstag.
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Incredible African Civilizations You've Never Heard Of
We're all familiar with ancient Egypt, but what about the other grand cultures of Africa? Here are some incredible African civilizations you've never heard of.
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Hilarious Artistic Fails That Look Nothing Like Their Subject
There's no better way to salute famous icons than through works of art ... unless the finished work winds up looking absolutely nothing like its subject.
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Did Blackbeard Really Leave Behind Buried Treasure?
Of all the romantic notions of piracy that stick in the canon of popular culture today, one of the favorites seems to be the idea of a buried treasure.
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The Tragic Truth About Evita's Childhood
Later known as Evita, Eva Perón was born with the name Eva Maria Ibarguren in Los Toldos, a small agricultural town on the plains of Argentina.
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The Real Reason A Gangster Tried To Steal Abraham Lincoln's Corpse
Yes, someone once put a lot of effort into trying to steal the corpse of a United States president ... and no, it wasn't Nicolas Cage.
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Craziest Things That Only Cost A Dollar
These are the craziest things that only cost a dollar. Act like a rich person with the change in your pocket.
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The Tragic Childbirth Death Of Princess Charlotte Augusta Of Wales
Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales died from childbirth complications, which produced multiple tragedies and set into motion pivotal changes in history.
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Weird Things About Sacagawea You Didn't Know
Sacagawea was a Shoshone guide and interpreter who helped the Lewis and Clark expedition...right? Mostly! Here are weird things you didn't know about Sacagawea.
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The Messed Up Truth Of The Nobel Prize
Throughout its history, the Nobel Prize has been plagued by controversies and unfortunate decisions. Here's the messed-up truth of the Nobel Prize.
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The Craziest False Confessions In History
False confessions, made because of a desire for attention, a delusion, or mental and emotional pressure, can have devastating consequences.
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How Leif Erikson Became A Legend
Leif Erikson is one of history's most important explorers. But while the legend of Erikson has become widely known, the real man remains shrouded in mystery.
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The Tragic History Of Australia's Ayers Rock
Nestled in Australia's Northern Territory lies Ayers Rock. A popular tourist attraction today, the area has a history of land taken away from Aborigines.
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What It Was Really Like As A Worker In The Industrial Revolution
While there are laws to protect employees from certain conditions today, the industrial era was like a lawless world.
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What The Palace Of Versailles Is Being Used As Today
The Palace of Versailles, which began life as a small hunting lodge, has exchanged purpose and ownership countless times in the course of its 360-year history.
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The Tragic Death Of Crazy Horse
For Crazy Horse, who was born in the Black Hills, they were home... until his tragic death.
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The Heroic Story Of The Island That Inspired The American Revolution
In the 1700s, the people of Corsica mounted an independence struggle against European powers in defense of their constitution, the oldest in the modern world.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Champ Biden
The beloved German Shepherd of President Joe Biden, Champ, died Saturday.
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The Messed Up History Of Thanksgiving
A closer look at the the Pilgrims' situation in Plymouth and their relationship with the Native tribes reveals a much darker side to the modern American holiday
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The Wild True Story Of 'Crane Lady'
In 1985, a crane fell on Brigitte Gerney, crushing her legs. But she managed to recover and walk again, all the while keeping a positive attitude toward life.
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The Vital Attack Alexander Hamilton Led In The Battle Of Yorktown
Founding Father Alexander Hamilton played a key role in the decisive battle of the American Revolution. Here's what he did.
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A Look At Madam C.J. Walker's Childhood
The woman who became Madam C.J. Walker experimented with homemade remedies and store-bought formulas before creating her own recipe that came to her in a dream.
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How Angkor Wat Was Really Built
The sprawling temple complex of Angkor Wat was built in just 37 years by the ancient Khmer in modern-day Cambodia. Here's how it was really built.
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What You Didn't Know About Joseph Bell And Florence Nightingale's Friendship
Dr. Joseph Bell also aided the police with his observational skills. Dr. Bell and Nightingale became friends when he spearheaded a lecture series for nurses.
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The Wild True Story Of Satan's Storm
In 1960, the good God-fearing people of Kopperl, Texas, thought that Armageddon had finally come. The heat burst went down in history as Satan's Storm.
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The Life And Death Of Harry Houdini
Harry Houdini was one of the most recognized magicians, escape artists, and stage performers of all time. Here's a guide to the life and death of Harry Houdini.
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The Legend Of The Sphinx Explained
The sphinx never really existed, but it's probably one of the most mystifying creatures ever imagined. Here's the legend of the sphinx.
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