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The Harrowing Story Behind the Photograph of ‘Whipped Peter’
The history of American slavery is a dark, difficult period in the nation’s past. However, there exists a figure whose experience transcends mere words – a visceral and deeply evocative visual...
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Bumpy Johnson: The Godfather of Harlem
It was rare for Black people to rise to power during the time of segregation. But against all odds, Bumpy Johnson somehow managed to do so. Between the 1950s and the 1960s, he was the most powerful...
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The Strange Life of Blanche Dumas
Blanche Dumas was a woman of extraordinary physical attributes. She defied societal norms and transformed her unconventional existence into a captivating tale. She was born in the 19th century with...
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Carlos Hathcock: The Legendary Sniper of the Vietnam War
The story of Carlos Hathcock has been passed down from Marine to Marine for the last 50 years. His missions and accomplishments continue to captivate both military enthusiasts and history buffs long...
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America’s First Billionaire: John D. Rockefeller
John D. Rockefeller is still a name synonymous with vast wealth and unparalleled influence. To this day he remains an icon of American business history. His life story is a testament to the remarkable...
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MK Ultra: Mind Control, LSD, and CIA Secret Experiments
MK Ultra was a 2022 film starring Anson Mount and Jason Patric. In the movie, a psychiatrist by the name of Ford Strauss is sent to a Mississippi mental institution. There, he becomes involved in a CIA...
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TV ads from the past, especially those from the 1980s, hold a special place in many people’s hearts, often evoking strong feelings of nostalgia. This sentiment has given rise to popular YouTube...
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Finding a $4 Dollar Declaration of Independence in a picture frame
In July of 1776, bells rang out across the country as criers publicly read the text of one of the most important documents in American history: the Declaration of Independence. Its publication would...
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Edwin Booth: How John Wilkes Booth’s brother saved Lincoln’s son
In April of 1865, the American Civil War was coming to a close. A disgruntled actor took it upon himself to support his cause by assassinating the President of the United States. But sometime between...
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Benedict Arnold: The Most (In)Famous Traitor in American History
In modern parlance, the name Benedict Arnold is synonymous with treason and betrayal. He’s history’s most famous turncoat. Though relatively few know the story surrounding Arnold’s condemnation, most...
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Alice Roosevelt: A Famous First-Daughter
Many First Ladies have taken the spotlight away from their husbands. Such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Jackie Kennedy, and Betty Ford. However, there was one president who was outshined by his own daughter....
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The Legend of the Missing Town: Doveland, Wisconsin
The term “ghost town” evokes certain mental images of dusty western towns empty of all human life, dilapidated mining towns with broken windows, and desolate streets. There is something inherently...
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Loving v. Virginia: A Landmark Struggle for Love and Equality
Throughout the history of the United States, there have been many landmark court cases. These have paved the way for more equality and an equal shot at the American dream. Brown v. Board of Education,...
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Teddy Roosevelt: President, World Traveler, and Boxer
T.R. Roosevelt was an American politician. He advocated for a “strenuous life” of upstanding moral character, great physical effort, and an extensive education. In his case, this was achieved in no...
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William Harley and Arthur Davidson: Men Behind the Iconic Motorcycle
According to Harley-Davidson lore, William Harley and Arthur Davidson met in the late 1890s. They became fast friends because of their shared interest in mechanics and design. By the turn of the...
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How Rosendo Cruz’s Ferrari Ended Up Buried in a Yard
In October of 1974, a plumber in Alhambra, California named Rosendo Cruz purchased a brand new Ferrari Dino 246 GTS. It was meant to be a gift for his wife. He purchased the car from Hollywood Sports...
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Florida Dinosaur: How Creatures from the Deep Walked Again
There are many cryptids and mythical creatures in the world, folkloric creatures that many claim to have seen but that they are unable to prove exist: mermaids, Bigfoot, the Jersey Devil, and the Yeti...
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Edith Bolling Galt Wilson: America’s First Female President
Unless you’re an American history buff or student of American Presidential history, you may never have heard the name Edith Bolling Galt Wilson. But for all intents and purposes, she served as the...
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Living in the Shadow of The King: Benjamin Keough’s Tragic Story
Elvis Presley, the King of Rock, is one of the most recognizable characters in history. Every aspect of his life was under a microscope, from his love life to his drug use to his family. Even though...
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The Making of a Superstar: The Life and Time of Larry Hagman
In the final scene of the final episode of the 1979–80 season of the phenomenally popular TV show Dallas, arch-villain J.R. Ewing (Larry Hagman) hears a noise outside his office. He walks out to the...
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