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Last Survivor of Transatlantic Slave Trade – The Life of Matilda McCrear
Matilda McCrear's story has emerged from a shadowy chapter of history thanks to the efforts of Dr. Hannah Durkin from Newcastle...
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The Man Who Would Be King: Carl Petterson's Journey to Tabar Island And Its Throne
Throughout history, there exist tales of improbable destinies and unexpected turns of fate. One such story unfolds in the remote reaches...
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Behind the Scenes Chaos: The Impossible Filming of Apocalypse Now
If you could encapsulate madness in a film, Apocalypse Now would undoubtedly be the crown jewel of cinematic insanity. The filming...
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The Fatal Relationship Between Marvin Gaye and his Disturbed Father
Marvin Gaye's illustrious career spanned over 25 years, from his early days in Motown to his transformation into a socially-conscious...
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Bessie Coleman the first African American, and the first Native American woman pilot
In the relatively short time humans have been flying, the illustrious name of Bessie Coleman looms large, her legacy a testament to...
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Albert Göring's Efforts to Save Jews During the Holocaust While His Maniac Brother Was Doing The Opposite.
If one of your siblings were to align themselves with a deadly political force, it could lead to a profound rift within your family. A...
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The Occupation of Alcatraz by Native Americans (1969-1971): A Turning Point in Indigenous Activism
The occupation of Alcatraz Island by Native American activists from 1969 to 1971 marked a significant turning point in the modern...
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In 1908, Racers Attempted To Drive From New York to Paris In The Dead Of Winter. It Got Complicated.
In the annals of automotive history, the 1908 New York to Paris car race stands as a testament to human ingenuity, endurance, and a bit...
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Jólabókaflóðið, Iceland's Brilliant Christmas Book Flood Tradition
When the festive season descends upon Iceland, the nation transforms into a booklover’s paradise. Unlike the frenzied last-minute...
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C.P. Ellis and Ann Atwater: A Story of Transformation and Unlikely Partnership
In the early 1970s, Durham, North Carolina, was a city deeply divided by race. Although the Brown v. Board of Education decision in 1954...
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Debbie Harry Painted by H.R. Giger: The Collaboration Behind KooKoo
In the spring of 1980, Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, the creative minds behind Blondie, crossed paths with the visionary artist H.R....
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Here’s How Much Each Artist Earned From Playing Woodstock
Woodstock Music and Art Fair. Held from August 15 to 18, 1969, in Bethel, New York, Woodstock was more than just a music festival; it was...
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The Habsburg Jaw And The Cost Of Royal Inbreeding
Intermarriages within European ruling dynasties were common until recent times, with even Queen Elizabeth II marrying her third cousin....
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Why Is English So Hard to Learn?: The Ingenious Poem, 'The Chaos' by Gerard Nolst Trenité
In 1920, Dutch writer, traveller, and linguist Gerard Nolst Trenité, better known by his pseudonym Charivarius , released a textbook...
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"In An Hour, She Was Unconscious. In 12 Hours She Was Dead". Roald Dahl's Warning After Losing His Daughter to Measles
We've all encountered the name Roald Dahl at some point in our lives, whether it was whilst reading classics such as The BFG, The...
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The Story of Paula Hitler: Unraveling the Life of Adolf Hitler's Sister
Paula Hitler (otherwise known as Paula Wolff and Paula Hitler-Wolff) was born on January 21, 1896, in the quaint village of Hafeld,...
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Hear Freddie Mercury’s Vocals Soar in the Isolated Vocal Track for “Somebody to Love”
For quite some time now, aficionados of Queen have been on a quest to unravel the mystery behind Freddie Mercury's unparalleled vocal...
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After Slavery In America: Loved Ones Found In Wanted Ads
The Aftermath of Emancipation The abolition of slavery in the United States, formalised by the 13th Amendment in 1865, marked a pivotal...
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Lucille Bogan's Shave 'Em Dry - The Song From 1935 that's So Filthy It Comes With A Parental Warning
Each new batch of youngsters believes the old fogies before them were all boring squares, imagining a world before the 1960s where...
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Say Hello to “White Death” Simo Häyhä The Deadliest Sniper In History
Simo Häyhä, also known as “The White Death,” stands as one of the most legendary snipers in history. His legacy, forged during the Winter...
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Led Zeppelin In India: The True Story Behind The Secret Bombay Sessions
In October 1972, Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant and Jimmy Page travelled to Bombay to jam with Indian musicians. This is what happened… Led...
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George Harrison Said He Wanted To See 'Life of Brian' - So He Handed Us The Money
From the Michael Palin interview with Cahal Milmo in 2001 George Harrison was the man who saved Life of Brian for the simplest of...
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When Muddy Waters and Sister Rosetta Tharpe's Played a Train Station in Manchester, England in 1964
On a damp evening of May 7th, 1964, a crowd of super excited music lovers gathered on a rain-soaked disused railway station platform in...
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'In The Event Of Moon Disaster' The Speech Nixon Prepared If The Moon Landing Failed
Voyaging through the cosmic expanse carries inherent hazards, with myriad challenges capable of imperilling the mission from launch to...
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