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# Mass Hysteria
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These Irrational Fears From History Take The Cake
Panic has been all too common throughout history. Whether over change, new developments, or other cause for irrational fear, panic has always lurked beneath the surface when it comes to humanity. Take…
American History
These Insane Viral Trends and Fads Overtook History Long Before the Internet
Viral memes, trends, and fads are a mainstay of social media today. However, viral stuff is not an Information Superhighway…
American History
Panic Outbreaks That Shaped History and Controlled the Masses
Mass panic outbreaks can shape historic events – for worse, but sometimes for the better. On the bad side, as…
Disaster
Crazy Facts About Medieval Times that Will Make Present Day Look Easy
The medieval era is full of fascinating but little-known facts. Take the mysterious disease known as the “sweating sickness”. We…