History is more than just innovations and triumphs. In truth, much of it involves numerous instances of brutality, warfare, and other unsettling, regrettable realities. Take a look below at some of the most haunting moments from history. More articles If you enjoyed this, check out more historical photos: 35 of the most disturbing photos ever […]
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Albert Einstein is the most famous scientist of the modern age. Everyone learns about his theory of relativity and the equation E=MC2 is common parlance. There was more to Einstein’s life though, than being a brilliant physicist and household name. When he wasn’t making revolutionary scientific discoveries, Einstein was also a husband and a father.
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In Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, M’Baku (played by Winston Duke) delivers a line about the film’s antagonist, Namor (played by Tenoch Huerta). It was delivered in such a way that it stuck with the crowds who saw the film “They do not call him general, or king; they call him Kukulkan, the Feathered Serpent God.”
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Gladys Roy was an aviation daredevil. She made a name for herself doing incredible stunts that would terrify the average person. She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1896. She had five siblings, including three brothers who all grew up to become airline pilots for Northwest Airlines (which merged with Delta in 2010). This seemingly
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After the invention of photography in the mid-1800s and continuing through to today, the chronicles of modern history are brimming with genuinely scary photographs that are more horrifying than what’s seen in even the most unsettling horror films. The most terrifying images captured span a wide array, from formidable animals encountered in the wild to
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Take a look at some of our favorite examples of colorized footage from throughout history. The Flying Train, Germany, 1902 Views of Tokyo, Japan, 1913-1915 San Francisco, a Trip down Market Street, April 14, 1906 A Trip Through the Streets of Amsterdam, 1922 Laborers in Victorian England, 1901 A Trip Through Paris, France in late
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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 1864 and early 1865, a great historical irony occurred. The inverse situation occurred between two members of the Lincoln and
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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 precede a global war that resulted in the founding of a new nation. It inspired thousands to participate in the fight for
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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 channels that archive these commercials. With their distinct visuals and jingles, these ads instantly transport viewers back to their childhood or younger years.
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The Battle of Teutoburg Forest is perhaps one of the most consequential battles in the history of the Western world. Also known as the Varian Disaster, the battle saw Germanic tribesmen led by a Roman-trained general decimate three legions of Roman soldiers. A group that the Romans deemed barbaric and uncivilized would use guerrilla warfare
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