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Today in History: Presidential Candidate George Wallace Shot and Paralyzed (1972)
George Wallace was the governor of Alabama, and he succeeded in running for that office on what is called an…
Britain’s King-Sized Monarch: 5 Fascinating Facts about Henry VIII
King Henry VIII is arguably the most famous monarch in British history. He was a larger than life character known…
Today in History: Huge Dust Storm Disrupts the United States (1934)
There were many causes of the Great Depression. No economic disaster of that magnitude ever has a single cause. It…
Today in History: Transcontinental Railroad Completed (1869)
Even today it is hard to appreciate the amount of influence rail transportation has on everyday life. It remains a…
Conquerors and Innovators: 7 of the Greatest Muslim Leaders and Commanders in History
Since the formation of Islam in the early 7th century AD, there have been countless battles involving commanders who fought to…
Today in History: Harry S. Truman is Born (1884)
On this day in 1884, one of the most influential presidents in American history was born in Lamar, Missouri. Harry…
The United States Government Killed Thousands During Prohibition
The years Prohibition was in effect are some of the most interesting to study in American History. Surprisingly, there is…
A Killer in Plain Sight: 6 Facts about Serial Killer Ted Bundy
Ted Bundy’s name inevitably pops up whenever there is a discussion about American serial killers. He murdered over 30 people…
Today in History: Niccolò Machiavelli is Born (1469)
On May 3, 1469, famed Italian philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli was born. He has since become one of the most well-known…
Today in History: Calamity Jane is Born (1852)
There are a lot of myths surrounding Calamity Jane. In truth, like a lot people from the Old West, she…