Gladys Roy was an aviation daredevil. She made a name for herself doing incredible stunts that would terrify the average person. She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1896. She had five siblings, including three brothers who all grew up to become airline pilots for Northwest Airlines (which merged with Delta in 2010). This seemingly …
After the invention of photography in the mid-1800s and continuing through to today, the chronicles of modern history are brimming with genuinely scary photographs that are more horrifying than what’s seen in even the most unsettling horror films. The most terrifying images captured span a wide array, from formidable animals encountered in the wild to …
Take a look at some of our favorite examples of colorized footage from throughout history. The Flying Train, Germany, 1902 Views of Tokyo, Japan, 1913-1915 San Francisco, a Trip down Market Street, April 14, 1906 A Trip Through the Streets of Amsterdam, 1922 Laborers in Victorian England, 1901 A Trip Through Paris, France in late …
In April of 1865, the American Civil War was coming to a close. A disgruntled actor took it upon himself to support his cause by assassinating the President of the United States. But sometime between 1864 and early 1865, a great historical irony occurred. The inverse situation occurred between two members of the Lincoln and …
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In July of 1776, bells rang out across the country as criers publicly read the text of one of the most important documents in American history: the Declaration of Independence. Its publication would precede a global war that resulted in the founding of a new nation. It inspired thousands to participate in the fight for …
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TV ads from the past, especially those from the 1980s, hold a special place in many people’s hearts, often evoking strong feelings of nostalgia. This sentiment has given rise to popular YouTube channels that archive these commercials. With their distinct visuals and jingles, these ads instantly transport viewers back to their childhood or younger years. …
The Battle of Teutoburg Forest is perhaps one of the most consequential battles in the history of the Western world. Also known as the Varian Disaster, the battle saw Germanic tribesmen led by a Roman-trained general decimate three legions of Roman soldiers. A group that the Romans deemed barbaric and uncivilized would use guerrilla warfare …
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Bellerophon, whose original name was Hipponous, is a mythical Greek character. He became a great hero, equivalent to Hercules or Perseus. He was born of Poseidon and Eurymone, the daughter of the King of Megara. Eurymone also married King Glaukos, son of Sisyphus. This ties Bellerophon to another major character of Greek mythology. Sisyphus was …
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Norse mythology has persisted in the Western canon for hundreds of years because of its well-crafted stories and intriguing characters, many of which have been adapted into other stories. The World Tree, Yggdrasil, supports the universe on its branches and roots. It has been stylized throughout the ages in different cultures. Ragnarok, the prophesied end …
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Sometimes a person appears who decidedly upends entire systems of thought. They encourage others to reconsider what they thought they knew. Bobbi Gibb is one of those people. She dedicated over 50 years of her life to battling misogyny in sports and shifting the perception that women are less physically capable than men when it …
