Born as a slave in the early 1800s, Henry “Box” Brown escaped from enslavement and became a well-known abolitionist and stage performer. His escape is notable for both its creativity and gutsiness. He mailed himself to freedom in a crate, earning him his nickname. Today, he is an icon in African-Americans’ fight for freedom. Early […]
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In June of 1965, Angus Barbieri, a seemingly average, normal Scottish man, captured the world’s attention. embarking on what would become an unbelievable 382-day fasting journey. Barbieri shattered all records and expectations, stupefying scientists, and public onlookers. Barbieri’s Life Before Very little information is available about Barbieri and his life before his record-breaking fast and
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For generations, the American West has been a realm of mythical stories and legends that have stirred the popular imagination, with accounts of cowboys, outlaws, and legendary creatures. But perhaps no cryptid is as beloved or enduring as the jackalope, a strange and wondrous beast that is rumored to roam the wilds of the Western
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For centuries, Native American folklore has been filled with tales of powerful and majestic creatures, each imbued with its own unique symbolism and significance. But perhaps none are as awe-inspiring as the Thunderbird, a legendary creature that is said to bring thunder and lightning with the beating of its mighty wings. Across many different tribes
It is rare for a person to leave such an enduring mark on the world as Josephine Baker did. She dazzled audiences in Paris with her electrifying performances and daring fashion, but her life was about much more than entertainment. She risked her life as a World War II spy, gathering intelligence across the world.
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Imagine walking through a bustling city of thousands of people. There are towering earthen mounds and busy marketplaces, all nestled in the heartland of America over a thousand years ago. Although it sounds like a fantastical dream, it was a real place – Cahokia. The history of Cahokia is a captivating tale of an indigenous
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The prehistoric period was a time when many creatures were much, much bigger than their ancestors who are alive today. However, there are just as many animals that are large today whose distant relatives were very small during their time. The prehistoric period can be tough to conceptualize due to the dichotomy between the sizes
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The musical Hamilton instigated a revival of renewed interest in the founding fathers. It’s easy to reduce the founding fathers to dry facts, important dates, and a timeline of battles and laws that we trot out for school tests. However, these were unique individuals who worked hard to create a country from a conglomerate of settlements. They
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In the dimly lit corners of French history, there lurks a chilling tale that has captivated imaginations for centuries. It is a saga of fear, superstition, and group hysteria. Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, the French Werewolf Panic swept across the land like a howling storm. It left terror, fear, and death in its
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Within the depths of medieval history, one name stands out among the rest as a testament to the might and fortitude of the Viking people. Sweyn Forkbeard, the first Viking king of England, was a warrior with no equal and a figure whose legacy lived on for centuries. His life was marked by adventure, danger,
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