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30 Facts About Challenger Astronaut, Ronald McNair
Most people remember Ronald McNair (1950-86) as an astronaut who tragically lost his life on his second NASA mission. However,…
Fabricated Stories About World War II Still Known by Many
As the twentieth century’s seminal event, the Second World War has inspired its fair share of myths with no grounding…
40 Unusual Laws in History
”The law is an a**” raged Mr. Bumble in Oliver Twist, after breaking it. Over the history of law, there…
Russia’s Rambo and Other Fascinating WWII Figures and Facts
As history’s greatest conflict ever, the Second World War had no shortage of suffering and hardship and tragedy. At the…
The Extraordinary Life of Nina Simone was Tragic and Empowering
Nina Simone is one of the most important figures in 20th century music. From humble origins, she found great fame in…
Unfavorable Maternal Parents From History
Most assume that they have the world’s best mother of all time, but of course, they can’t all be right.…
20 Unusual Deaths from the History Books
Death is a regrettable but nonetheless unavoidable element of the human condition. Whilst most people pass into the great abyss…
Outlandish Stories from Inside the Executive Mansion
The official residence and workplace of the President of the United States, the White House has played host to all…
20 Fabricated U.S Conspiracy Theories from History People Actually Believe
Although reality is fascinating, the lives of humans are inevitably constrained by the limitations of ordinary existence. Compared to our…
These Facts Prove Antisemitism has Been a Problem for Centuries
Antisemitism is once again rearing its ugly head in the modern world. Across Europe, swastikas are being spray-painted on synagogues,…