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Benedict Arnold: The Most (In)Famous Traitor in American History
In modern parlance, the name Benedict Arnold is synonymous with treason and betrayal. He’s history’s most famous turncoat. Though relatively few know the story surrounding Arnold’s condemnation, most are aware that he was accused of leading British forces against the American Continental Army. These were the very forces he’d once commanded. But what would lead …
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The Shinsengumi: The Most Famous Japanese Samurai Force
Although Japan is now considered a part of the Western, developed world and is a steady member of the United Nations, this was not always the case. In fact, the people of Japan remained in isolation for hundreds of years. They barely interacted with the world beyond their borders. The transition to reopening the borders …
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34 of the scariest photos ever taken
Since photography’s invention in the 1800s, countless photos have been taken, from iconic to deeply sad. Alongside these are terrifying photographs that will put you on the edge of your seat. Take a look at some of the scariest photos ever taken.
26 photos taken just before tragedy struck
In these pivotal moments before tragedy struck, a single photograph was captured, providing a poignant snapshot of the final moments in these lives. Embark on a journey through history, exploring the images taken just before disaster struck.
32 of the most haunting photos from history
History is more than just innovations and triumphs. In truth, much of it involves numerous instances of brutality, warfare, genocide, and other unsettling, regrettable realities. Take a look below at some of the most haunting moments from history.
Eduard Einstein: The Forgotten Son of Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein is the most famous scientist of the modern age. Everyone learns about his theory of relativity and the equation E=MC2 is common parlance. There was more to Einstein’s life though, than being a brilliant physicist and household name. When he wasn’t making revolutionary scientific discoveries, Einstein was also a husband and a father. …
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Gladys Roy and Ivan Unger’s Game of Sky Tennis
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 …
38 of the creepiest photos ever taken
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 …