While the concept of a flood of beer filling the streets of your city does not sound frightening at first, the London Beer Flood of 1814 was a terrifying disaster that took eight people’s lives. The streets of London and many other cities during this period were narrow and cramped. Many people also lived below […]
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The Chippewa people are a powerful northeastern native nation in North America with a rich and storied history as both diplomats and activists. One of North America’s most powerful first nations was the Chippewa tribe. Also called the Ojibwe people, this nation spread across a large section of the northeastern part of the continent and
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When most people think of the Industrial Revolution, they think of scientific and technological advancements. During this time, tools and methods were invented that greatly sped up the time it took to produce items such as thread, textiles, and cotton. Additionally, countless innovators discovered new ways of smelting iron and ore, and James Watt invented
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Every so often, a genius emerges whose innovative ideas have the power to transform our world and shape our future. Nikola Tesla was such a visionary. A man who harnessed the power of electricity to usher in a new era of technological advancement, Tesla left an indelible mark and paved the way for a brighter,
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When we think of the distinguished British actor Cary Grant, one of the most poised and debonair film stars in cinematic history, we don’t automatically associate him with a drug like LSD. But maybe we should. Though it’s not uncommon for a movie star to have a troubled or even traumatic past that leads to
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Grover Krantz was an anthropologist best known for his research on Bigfoot, also known as the Sasquatch. Krantz’s journey into Bigfoot research was a strange and controversial one that has left a lasting impact on Bigfoot studies and beyond. This article explores the peculiar legacy of the Bigfoot hunter, Grover Krantz. Interest in Bigfoot Born
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In the 1980s, the FBI launched a courageous initiative to combat fraudulent behavior in Congress: The Abscam operation. Its daring undercover sting featured agents pretending to be wealthy Arab sheiks and businessmen, successfully resulting in numerous indictments of Congress members and other public officials on accounts of bribery. It’s an incredible story that illustrates how
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The 19th century was a period of significant transformation in Japan. The few photographs that exist provide a unique window into this fascinating period. These images offer a glimpse into a traditional culture that was rapidly evolving and capture the essence of daily life, showcasing the people, architecture, and customs of a nation undergoing rapid
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Between 6.9 million and 7.5 million Germans lost their lives during World War Two – around 8% of their population at the time. The allies leveled cities like Berlin and Dresden in air raids, and from 1945, occupied the country. You would expect Germany’s people to take generations to recover, but that didn’t seem to be the
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Cold War tensions between the USSR and the United States hit an all-time high during the 1960s. Events like the Cuban Missile Crisis and the building of the Berlin Wall were just a few examples of how extreme things were. In Asia, North, and South Korea were only a decade past the terrible Korean War
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