Folklore/Mythology
20 Events and People of the Real Deadwood, South Dakota
It could easily have become another western ghost town, having burned nearly to the ground on three separate occasions. But…
16 Disturbing Historical Demons People are Scared Of
The word ‘demon’ conjures images of evil entities out to tempt or torment. However, originally, the term referred to something…
The Deadly Mystery of the ‘Lake Michigan Triangle’ Raises More Questions Than Answers
When you think of Lake Michigan, what comes to mind? Possibly a clear blue mass with picturesque sailboats? Or shimmering…
20 Tremendous “Human Curiosities” of P.T. Barnum’s Shows
“The show business has all phases and grades of dignity, from the exhibition of a monkey to the exposition of…
19 Disclosed US History Myths
What Americans don’t know about their own history is surprising, but at least they’re not alone. Polls have shown that…
20 Unsettling Events in the Life of the Settlers of Jamestown, Virginia
When colonists from England landed on the James Peninsula in Virginia in 1607 it was the birth of what became…
The Devil’s in the Detail: 16 Stories of Satan Sprinkled Throughout the Pages of World History
Satan. The Devil. Beelzebub. Lucifer. The Great Deceiver. Old Scratch. Call him what you like, The Devil has equally terrified,…
16 Classic Fairy Tales that Have Disturbing Origins than Told
Some fairy tales have bridged generations. While some stories might go out of fashion, a select group of classic tales…
Debunking Myths and Shedding Light on Viking Legend, Ragnar Lothbrok
The name Ragnor Lothbrok has been made famous in recent years by The History Channel series Vikings. The series sets…
The Real Snow White Story Really Did Have a Talking Mirror
In 1812, The Brothers Grimm published the fairytale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. It was later adapted into…