Viking weddings were steeped in tradition and ceremony and played a vital role in Viking society. These weddings were not just about two people getting married; they were also about joining two families and continuing the Viking community. They were elaborate affairs, with many rituals and customs that symbolized the importance of the union. From […]
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Juliane Koepcke spent 11 days in the forest clawing her way back to civilization after being the lone survivor of an aircraft accident in Peru. The 17-year-old was going from Lima, Peru, to the eastern city of Pucallpa to see her father, who was working in the Amazon Rainforest. She had graduated from high school
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Al Capone is one of the most notorious gangsters in American history. One of the most interesting aspects of Capone’s story is how he received the scars that earned him the nickname “Scarface.” Even though Capone was responsible for countless violent crimes and was one of the most feared men in Chicago, a relatively minor
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For centuries, the Romans have been known for their remarkable engineering feats and exquisite architecture. From massive arenas where the gladiators fought to beautiful temples, they left their mark from northern Britain to the Black Sea and from the Atlantic coast to the Red Sea. But what about the homes of ordinary Romans? What were
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When most people think of the movie “The Last Samurai,” they think of the Hollywood blockbuster starring Tom Cruise. However, the true story behind this film is quite fascinating. Jules Brunet was a French military officer who fought in Japan during the Meiji Restoration. He became fascinated with Japanese culture and eventually became a samurai
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The Ouija board is one of Americana’s most fascinating and enigmatic artifacts. What began as a harmless parlor game in the late 1800s has become a cultural phenomenon far beyond its original boundaries. From its early popularity rooted in spiritualism to its later emergence as a common trope in horror films, the story of the
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Mansa Musa, the richest man in the world, was a mighty emperor of the Malian Empire who reigned during the 14th century. During his rule, he made many contributions to Mali and its people. How Mansa Musa became the emperor of Mali After hearing about Mansa Musa, one may assume that the man was simply
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In 1932, Australia found itself in a “war” with a formidable opponent- the Emu. These flightless birds could easily outmaneuver the Australian army and caused considerable damage to crops and property. The ordeal sounds ridiculous, but these events are entirely accurate. The emus won a decisive victory over the Australian forces, proving that they are
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Many legends and myths surround Notre Dame, one of which is the story of the hunchback. But who was the hunchback? Was he really a hideous creature with a disfigured face, or was he just a normal man with an unfortunate disability? Let’s explore the true story behind this famous legend and explore its history.
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When Vladimir Lenin died on January 21, 1924, at the age of 53, the Soviet Union was in a state of shock. In a strange twist of events, the state preserved Lenin’s body and displayed it in Moscow. For nearly 90 years, Lenin’s body has been on public display at the Red Square in Moscow.
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