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The Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment: A Dark Chapter in American Medical History
The Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis in the Negro Male, commonly known as the Tuskegee Experiment, is a haunting reminder of the...
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The Murder Of 'The Black Dahlia' And The Man That Is Convinced His Father Was The Killer
On the morning of January 15, 1947, Betty Bersinger, a mother out for a morning walk with her child, stumbled upon a sight so ghastly it...
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The Tragic Case of Azaria Chamberlain: A Tale of Miscarriage of Justice and Guilt by Media
Azaria Chantel Loren Chamberlain, born on 11 June 1980 in Mount Isa, Australia, tragically became the centre of one of Australia's most...
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Gay Men Pose for Photos While Being Detained at a Police Station in Mexico City - 1935
The above image is from a set housed in the National Photo Library of the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) in...
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The 1920s Convict Photos: Australia’s Justice & Police Museum Reveal a Fascinating Glimpse into the Past
Clad in elegant suits and ties, with their top hats tilted towards the camera, these individuals appear to be posing for high-end...
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Sapeurism and the Congo Dandies: A Journey into Elegance
In the bustling streets of Brazzaville and Kinshasa, a unique subculture thrives, transforming urban landscapes into vibrant fashion...
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Trailblazers in Medicine: The First Female Doctors from India, Japan, and Syria
In 1885, the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania (WMCP) witnessed a historic milestone with the graduation of three pioneering women:...
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The Horrific Case of Jamie Lavis and His Killer, Darren Vickers
On May 5, 1997, seven-year-old Jamie Lavis went missing from his home in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, setting off a chain of...
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The Young Pioneers of Leningrad in 1937: Guardians of Soviet Ideals
In 1937, Leningrad, now known as Saint Petersburg, was a bustling metropolis teeming with the energy and ideals of the Soviet Union....
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The 1984 McDonald's Massacre: A Tragic Day in San Ysidro
The 1984 McDonald's massacre, also known as the San Ysidro McDonald's massacre, is a tragic and devastating event that occurred on July...
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Woody Guthrie and Fred Trump: A Tale of Tenancy and a Real Estate Empire's Racist Foundations
When Woody Guthrie moved into his new apartment in Brooklyn in 1950, he likely didn’t foresee the clash of ideals he would experience...
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Rural Life In England, Photographed By William Morris Grundy in 1855
The rural life in England during the Victorian era is depicted in these images captured by William Morris Grundy. Grundy, born in...
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The Epic Journey of the London to Calcutta Bus Service
In the history of overland travel, few journeys have captured the imagination quite like the legendary London to Calcutta bus service....
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Amazing Aerial Photographs by Alfred G. Buckham From The 1920's
Alfred G. Buckham, a pioneer in the field of aerial photography, left an indelible mark on the art form with his innovative techniques...
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Carl Størmer: The Young Pioneering Street Photographer of 1893
In 1893, the bustling streets of Oslo, Norway, were the stage for an innovative and, at the time, somewhat mischievous endeavor by a...
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Hiroshi Yoshida’s Subcontinental Journey to India: A Fusion of Cultures in Art
In the early 20th century, the world was undergoing dramatic changes. Nations were redefining their identities, and artists were seeking...
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Carmine Galante: The Life and Brutal Death of a Notorious Mob Boss
Carmine "Lilo" Galante was one of the most feared and influential figures in the history of organized crime. Known for his ruthless...
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Lyudmila Pavlichenko, the Most Successful Female Sniper in History
Some named her Lady D eath. To Adolf Hitler 's men, she was "the Russian bitch from hell." Lyudmila Pavlichenko , the most successful...
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Ella Fitzgerald, Illinois Jacquet, Norman Granz and Dizzy Gillespie Arrested in Houston: A Night of Music, Dice, and Defiance
On October 7, 1955, an incident unfolded in Houston, Texas, that echoed the tensions of the era and highlighted the struggle for civil...
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The Last Time Pink Floyd Met Syd Barrett
The Syd Barrett whom Roger Waters encountered during their time at Cambridgeshire High School For Boys was markedly distinct from the one...
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The Brave Hearts of Dutch Resistance: Truus Oversteegen, Freddie Oversteegen, and Hannie Schaft
During World War II, the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands spurred the rise of many resistance groups, but few stories are as remarkable...
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The Incredible Survival Story of Aimo Koivunen: From War to Wilderness via Methamphetamine
Aimo Allan Koivunen was a Finnish soldier who gained a peculiar form of fame during World War II due to an extraordinary survival story...
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The Tragedy of Aberfan: The Completely Avoidable Death of 116 children and 28 adults.
A tragic event that shocked people worldwide took place in the South Wales village of Aberfan. On that fateful day, millions of cubic...
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The Life of P.T. Barnum: From Humble Beginnings to Circus Legend and the Dark History of the 'Freak Show'
Phineas Taylor Barnum, better known as P.T. Barnum, is a name synonymous with showmanship and entertainment. He was a pioneering figure...
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