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The ‘Baron’ of Arizona and Other Historic Hucksters
Back in the 19th century, a huckster laid claim to most of Arizona. In of itself, that would not be too astonishing: any random nutjob out there could claim to own Mars,…
Crime
Pope Stephen VI Dug Up His Predecessor’s Corpse and Put it on Trial
Generally speaking, the papacy is a prestigious institution today, and popes are highly respected figures. During long stretches of the…
General
Popes Behaving Badly: 8 Dreadful Papal Scandals From the Middle Ages
The position of Pope is considered to be the holiest in the Catholic faith. Few positions are held to higher…