The History Of Harry Belafonte's Famous Day-O
When Harry Belafonte released "Calypso" in 1956, he had no idea that either the album or the much-sung single "Day-O" would be a hit. Here's the story.
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This Is Why Presidents Use So Many Pens When Signing Documents
As many may have noticed, U.S. presidents often use more than one pen when they sign important documents - and sometimes way, way more than one pen.
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The Disturbing History Of The Killer Women Under Hitler's Regime
Thousands of women took on murderous roles under Hitler's regime in the Second World War. Here is the disturbing history of these killer women.
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When Was The First Public School In America Established?
Long before Horace Mann, Boston, Massachusetts saw the opening of the first public school in what would eventually be the United States - in 1665.
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History's Deadliest Stadium Disasters
As stadiums have gotten bigger, they've also become the site of some of the world's greatest tragedies. These are some of history's deadliest stadium disasters.
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Why Does The Vietnamese Religion Cao Dai Revere Victor Hugo?
Even if you can't name one of writer Victor Hugo's works off the top of your head, you've definitely heard of them. Here's his connection to Cao Dai.
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The Twisted History Of Oskar Dirlewanger, The Nazis' Most Evil Officer
One of the most twisted men in WWII was Oskar Dirlewanger, leader of his own sadistic SS brigade. Here is the twisted history of the Nazis' most evil officer.
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Life-Changing Innovations Of The 1940s: From Penicillin To The Jet Engine
Every decade has its fair share of innovations, but the 1940s stands out. Here are life-changing innovations of the 1940s: from penicillin to the jet engine.
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What Happened To The Bodies Of Civil War Soldiers Who Died In Battle?
As one of the deadliest conflicts in U.S. history, there were an overwhelming number of fallen soldiers to account for afterward. Here's what happened to them.
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Synanon: The Rehab-Turned-Cult That Inspired The Troubled Teen Industry
Emerging in full-cult form in the 1970s - but with a unique slant - Synanon began as a therapeutic help center for drug treatment. Here's the story.
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The Grim Fates Of Hitler's Lovers
Hitler's love life has been the subject of considerable speculation. Predictably, there's a trend in the women that he was seen with, and that's a grisly end.
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Royals Who Left Their Countries To Move To America
Here are some royals who decided (or were forced) to ditch their old lives to try and make it in a land of no kings, the United States of America.
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Political Assassinations That Were Never Solved
Most assassinations are politically motivated. And while many killers have been brought to justice, others remain shadowy figures or groups never caught.
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Female Archaeologists Who Changed History Forever
Women archaeologists may be outnumbered, but they made their mark on history, quite often literally as they uncovered evidence of past people and civilizations.
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Secret Government Documents That Were Leaked
Governments and public officials always have their secrets, and leaks are rarely welcome. Here are some secret government documents that were leaked.
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The Last Words Of Royals Before They Died
Some royals have gone out with last words that are ironic, tragic, or otherwise notable. Here are a few of history's most intriguing royal outro lines.
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Ancient Beliefs Of Fertility Gods And Goddesses Explained
Fertility was a major concern for ancient people, so they kept the gods sweet. Here are some ancient beliefs of fertility gods and goddesses explained.
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History's Most Famous Traitors
The only thing worse than an enemy is an enemy who used to be your friend. But every traitor has a backstory, and some of those stories might surprise you.
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The Twisted History Of Pol Pot
Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge killed millions in Cambodia, during one of the worst genocides of the 20th century. Here is the twisted history of Pol Pot.
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Royal Mistresses And Concubines Throughout History Who Became Queen
The idea of going from the mistress of royalty to an actual royal seems like a fairy tale story. But it does happen, and Queen Camilla is just the most recent.
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What Happens After A New American President Takes Office
After a newly elected American president takes office, their first few days are full of action and activity.
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Carl Jung: 11 Beliefs On Personality And Life
The psychologist Carl Jung was perhaps second only to Sigmund Freud in terms of his role in the establishment of psychoanalysis. Here are 11 of his core ideas.
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The Last Words These Politicians Said Before Death
Any final last words? Let these examples be either cautionary tales or inspiration. These are the last words these politicians said before death.
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Ancient Greek Mysteries People Are Still Trying To Solve
For all that is known about the ancient Greeks, there still remains several mysteries.
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A Popular Urban Legend Says Hitler Rose To Power Only Because He Cheated Death
A popular urban legend says Hitler rose to power only because he cheated death as a child when he was saved by a Roman Catholic priest.
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What Cities Looked Like Before Electricity Was Discovered
Electricity is taken for granted today, but a few hundred years ago, we were relying on candles to light the way. Here's what cities looked like then.
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The Unexplained Deaths Of The Yuba County Five
In February 1978, the Yuba County Five vanished into the wilderness under unusual circumstances. Here's the story of their unexplained deaths and disappearance.
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