There are plenty of events and names that stand out over the several centuries of American political history. But one name, in particular, stands out as both tragic and controversial: Budd Dwyer. He was a man whose career was marred by charges of corruption and bribery. His life seemed to be balanced on a razor’s […]
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Elvita Adams was a fascinating woman. She gained notoriety for surviving a jump from the Empire State Building in 1979. The Empire State Building is one of the world’s most iconic skyscrapers. Located in downtown New York City, it was constructed in 1931 and comprises a whopping 102 stories. At the time of Adams’ jump,
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It’s said that behind every great man is a great woman. Mae Capone was no exception. While her husband’s infamy has overshadowed her story for decades, Mae Capone played a key role in the Capone criminal empire and lived a fascinating life of her own. From her early days as a girl in Brooklyn to
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Throughout history, plenty of evil, ignoble characters have come and gone. From murderers and thieves to the unspeakable acts of history’s most prolific serial killers. However, when one pictures such a character, it would be unthinkable to imagine a child. One as young as eleven-years-old, carrying out such deeds – but, alas, such a case
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The supernatural realm. The home of ghosts, demons, and hauntings. In this realm, there exist few characters and stories that elicit such a combination of fear and recognition as her – Annabelle. Her name and likeness became famous through the Conjuring film series. She has now become synonymous with tales of dark, supernatural encounters. Annabelle
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In a world filled with pressing challenges and ever-growing environmental concerns, Julia Butterfly Hill emerged as a prominent figure who captivated hearts and ignited change. Through unwavering dedication and remarkable, almost unbelievable, acts of activism, she etched her name in the history books. Julia’s story prompts us to question the true extent of an individual’s
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The United States is an enormous country with a deep and lengthy history that goes back centuries and spans entire eras. Within its borders lie countless dark secrets and haunting reminders of a troubled past that surpass those found anywhere else in the world. Far from being an entirely peaceful, personable land, the history of
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In the quiet rural town of Elkhorn, nestled among the rolling hills and forests of Wisconsin, lies a secret. For decades, residents whispered about a mysterious creature that roams the rural areas surrounding Bray Road. The Beast of Bray Road – a cryptid steeped in folklore and myth – is a rumored elusive creature that
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Born as a slave in the early 1800s, Henry “Box” Brown escaped from enslavement and became a well-known abolitionist and stage performer. His escape is notable for both its creativity and gutsiness. He mailed himself to freedom in a crate, earning him his nickname. Today, he is an icon in African-Americans’ fight for freedom. Early
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For generations, the American West has been a realm of mythical stories and legends that have stirred the popular imagination, with accounts of cowboys, outlaws, and legendary creatures. But perhaps no cryptid is as beloved or enduring as the jackalope, a strange and wondrous beast that is rumored to roam the wilds of the Western
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