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27 Bizarre Facts About The Victorian Era That You Didn’t Learn In School

From wife selling to mummy unwrapping, these Victorian era facts will make you so glad you live in the 21st century.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 24, 2020

27 Bizarre Facts About The Victorian Era That You Didn’t Learn In School

From wife selling to mummy unwrapping, these Victorian era facts will make you so glad you live in the 21st century.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 24, 2020

The Twisted Story Of Shiro Ishii, The Josef Mengele Of World War 2 Japan

Shiro Ishii ran Unit 731 and performed cruel experiments on prisoners until he was apprehended by the U.S. government — and granted full immunity.

By Andrew Lenoir • Nov 24, 2020

The Twisted Story Of Shiro Ishii, The Josef Mengele Of World War 2 Japan

Shiro Ishii ran Unit 731 and performed cruel experiments on prisoners until he was apprehended by the U.S. government — and granted full immunity.

By Andrew Lenoir • November 24, 2020

25 Heartbreaking Titanic Artifacts — And The Powerful Stories They Tell

From pieces of the destroyed ship to items recovered from the wreckage, these artifacts from the Titanic reveal the true scope of the tragedy.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 23, 2020

25 Heartbreaking Titanic Artifacts — And The Powerful Stories They Tell

From pieces of the destroyed ship to items recovered from the wreckage, these artifacts from the Titanic reveal the true scope of the tragedy.

By Natasha Ishak • November 23, 2020

Meet Ramona Africa, The Last Survivor Of The 1985 Bombing Of Black Activists By Philadelphia Police

On May 13, 1985, Ramona Africa was the only adult to survive the police bombing of the Philadelphia activist group MOVE — only to be thrown in jail afterward.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 22, 2020

Meet Ramona Africa, The Last Survivor Of The 1985 Bombing Of Black Activists By Philadelphia Police

On May 13, 1985, Ramona Africa was the only adult to survive the police bombing of the Philadelphia activist group MOVE — only to be thrown in jail afterward.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 22, 2020

25 Shocking Examples Of White Actors Portraying People Of Color On Screen

Hollywood has a long history of whitewashing the past, and these outrageous casting decisions prove it.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 21, 2020

25 Shocking Examples Of White Actors Portraying People Of Color On Screen

Hollywood has a long history of whitewashing the past, and these outrageous casting decisions prove it.

By Natasha Ishak • November 21, 2020

This Week In History News, Nov. 15 – 21

Centuries-old Florida shipwreck uncovered, ancient Egyptian temple restored, World War I carrier pigeon message found.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 20, 2020

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This Week In History News, Nov. 15 – 21

Centuries-old Florida shipwreck uncovered, ancient Egyptian temple restored, World War I carrier pigeon message found.

By All That's Interesting • November 20, 2020

The Iroquois Invented Lacrosse — But Their Team Was Deemed ‘Ineligible’ By The World Games

In a show of great sportsmanship, the Irish team gave their World Games spot to the Iroquois. Now, the Iroquois have their sights set on the Olympics.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 20, 2020

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The Iroquois Invented Lacrosse — But Their Team Was Deemed ‘Ineligible’ By The World Games

In a show of great sportsmanship, the Irish team gave their World Games spot to the Iroquois. Now, the Iroquois have their sights set on the Olympics.

By Natasha Ishak • November 20, 2020

25 Breathtaking Photos Of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Mysterious Blue City

Chefchaouen, known as the "Blue Pearl of Morocco," dates back to the 15th century when it was founded by refugees fleeing the Spanish Inquisition.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 19, 2020

25 Breathtaking Photos Of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Mysterious Blue City

Chefchaouen, known as the "Blue Pearl of Morocco," dates back to the 15th century when it was founded by refugees fleeing the Spanish Inquisition.

By Natasha Ishak • November 19, 2020

How A Spanish Motel Owner Named Juan Pujol García Duped The Nazis And Helped The Allies Win WWII

As a double agent for the British, Juan Pujol García used his espionage skills to help orchestrate the Nazis' downfall on D-Day.

By Leah Silverman • Nov 19, 2020

How A Spanish Motel Owner Named Juan Pujol García Duped The Nazis And Helped The Allies Win WWII

As a double agent for the British, Juan Pujol García used his espionage skills to help orchestrate the Nazis' downfall on D-Day.

By Leah Silverman • November 19, 2020

We’ll Soon Know What 1500s Europe Smelled Like Thanks To Scientists Who Are Recreating Its Scents

Project Odeuropa hopes to document, recreate, and store the smells of old Europe in an accessible online library.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 19, 2020

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We’ll Soon Know What 1500s Europe Smelled Like Thanks To Scientists Who Are Recreating Its Scents

Project Odeuropa hopes to document, recreate, and store the smells of old Europe in an accessible online library.

By Natasha Ishak • November 19, 2020

Meet Sarah Josepha Hale, The Woman Who Convinced President Lincoln To Make Thanksgiving A National Holiday

After Sarah Hale became the first female magazine editor in America, she used her unique platform to help create Thanksgiving as we know it.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 18, 2020

Meet Sarah Josepha Hale, The Woman Who Convinced President Lincoln To Make Thanksgiving A National Holiday

After Sarah Hale became the first female magazine editor in America, she used her unique platform to help create Thanksgiving as we know it.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 18, 2020