Queen Elizabeth II was never supposed to be queen
Queen Elizabeth II's journey to the throne was anything but conventional. Born as Princess Elizabeth, she was the daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, living a relatively normal life far removed from the pressures of royal duty. With two older brothers ahead of...
President Ronald Reagan was Also a Prolific Lifeguard Who Saved 77 People from Drowning
Before Ronald Reagan became known as "The Great Communicator" in his political career, he gained recognition for another remarkable skill: lifeguarding. Reagan served as a lifeguard at the Rock River during his younger years, where he demonstrated his athleticism and...
Harriet Tubman created an Underground Railroad of safehouses
After Harriet Tubman escaped slavery, she became one of the most courageous figures in American history, dedicating her life to liberating others from bondage. Tubman's legacy is deeply intertwined with her creation of the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network...
Oxford University is Older than the Aztec Empire
Yes, it's surprising that Oxford University predates the Aztec Empire by about 250 years. Established in 1096 AD, Oxford University has a long and illustrious history, making it one of the oldest universities in the world. In contrast, the Aztec Empire emerged much...
The British Once Burned Down the White House
In the summer of 1814, during the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain, Washington, D.C., the fledgling national capital, found itself at the heart of conflict. The British forces launched a devastating attack on the city, marking a humiliating...
Albert Einstein was Offered the Role of Becoming Israel’s Second President in 1952
In 1952, following the passing of Israel’s first president, Chaim Weizmann, the Israeli government extended an offer to Albert Einstein to serve as the country's second president. This offer came from Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion. Einstein, renowned for his...
Truman Didn’t Have Much of an Idea About the Atomic Bomb When it was Dropped on Hiroshima
President Harry S. Truman was unaware of the atomic bomb before it was dropped on Hiroshima. He only learned about the Manhattan Project, a secretive effort to develop the bomb, after becoming president. Within two weeks of taking office, Truman received a report from...
The Croissant was Created to Mock the Unsuccessful Ottoman Siege of Vienna in 1683
The croissant, a beloved pastry enjoyed worldwide, has origins dating back to the 17th century, with its exact beginnings shrouded in mystery and debate. One prevailing narrative suggests that the croissant emerged in Vienna, Austria, following the unsuccessful...
How To Lookup Civil Court History
In today's world, accessing civil court history has become crucial for many reasons, including generalized legal research and even background checks. Civil court records give us a deep insight into people's lawsuits and other civil matters. Whether you're an attorney,...
Operation Paperclip: A secret US intelligence program
Operation Paperclip was a secret program by the United States after World War II, where over 1,600 German scientists, engineers, and technicians were brought to the U.S. for government jobs. This happened between 1945 and 1959, just after the war ended in Europe. Some...
CIA with the help of a toymaker in China developed 3 prototypes of an Osama bin Laden action figure doll
Around 2005, the CIA embarked on a secretive project to create a custom-made action figure resembling Osama bin Laden. This doll, was named as "Devil Eyes," was one of 3 prototypes designed by Donald Levine. The face of the figure was painted with a heat-dissolving...
How A Horse Became a Senator in Ancient Rome
Caligula, born to esteemed parents Germanicus and Agrippina the Elder, enjoyed a privileged upbringing filled with high expectations. His early reign as emperor was marked by optimism, as he implemented popular policies and enjoyed public support. However, Caligula's...
The Existence Of Aliens Has Been Proven, So What?
Who cares, the world is facing bigger issues right now
How Artificial Inteligence Is Used To Create Fake History
Fake Historical photos produced by Artififical Inteligence are flooding the internet
Chris Reynolds: The World’s First Quadrillionaire
First and probably the last
How Much Oil Is Left In The Middle East?
Only a couple of decades left of oil
19th Century Chart Shows The Best Periods To Make Money
Here are the best periods to make money in the future
The Great Heist: North Korea’s Stunning Theft Of 1,000 Volvos From Sweden
1,000 Volvos with an estimated value of $40,000,000