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Karl (Carl) Moon and the Pueblo Native North Americans portraits.
In the history of American photography, the name Karl Moon stands out for his captivating portrayal of Native American life. Born in...
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Anthropodermic Bibliopegy – The Macabre Practice of Binding Books in Human Skin
In the 19th century, certain books were bound in a specific type of leather made from human skin, obtained from individuals who did not...
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The Bloody Attempt to Kidnap Princess Anne
At approximately 8 p.m. on March 20, 1974, Princess Anne and her husband, married for just four months, were en route to Buckingham...
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Matthew Henson: The Pioneering Black Explorer Who Conquered the Arctic
In the chronicles of great explorers, the name Matthew Henson is often overlooked, relegated to a place far removed from the prominence...
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Horatio Nelson: From Frail Boy to National Hero
Nelson on the deck of HMS Victory after being shot by a sniper. Life in the British Navy during the 18th century was far from...
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The Woman Who Disguised Herself As A Man For Decades To Practice Surgery Before Women Were Allowed
Throughout medical history, certain figures stand out not only for their professional achievements but also for the intriguing...
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When Bob Marley and Johnny Nash Played a School in Peckham Together.
By the early 1970s, Johnny Nash was a rising star, particularly in the UK, where his smooth reggae-influenced hit “I Can See Clearly Now”...
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The Valid Reason Why Van Halen Asked For a Bowl of M&Ms With All The Brown Ones Removed Backstage
During their 1982 tour, Van Halen made a unique request in their tour riders: a bowl of M&M's, but with all the brown ones taken out, to...
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John Lennon's 'Lost Weekend' That Lasted 18 Months
In the summer of 1973, John Lennon and Yoko Ono's marriage faced turmoil. Ono proposed an unconventional solution: Lennon should engage...
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When Jimi Hendrix Got Kicked out of the Army for Masturbating on Duty
In 1961, Jimi Hendrix faced a big decision following a legal entanglement related to his involvement with stolen vehicles: either two...
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John Lennon's Last Words To Paul Were 'Think Of Me Every Now And Then, Old Friend'
In 1981 Paul McCartney flew to Monteserrat, where Beatles producer George Martin had installed a state-of-the-art studio, to begin work...
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The London Park Dedicated To Everyday Heroes Who Died Saving Others • Postman’s Park
Tucked a stones throw away from the museum of London is Postman’s Park, one of the few gardens you can find in the old City of London. In...
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Joe Arridy: The Mentally Disabled Man Executed For A Grisly Murder He Didn’t Commit
Joe Arridy didn't request a final meal, and it's doubtful he comprehended the notion. At just 23 years old, he possessed an IQ of 46. As...
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Carlos the Jackal: An Examination of the Life and Crimes of Ilich Ramírez Sánchez
Early Life and Ideological Foundations Ilich Ramírez Sánchez, more widely recognised as Carlos the Jackal, was born on October 12, 1949,...
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When “Mona Lisa” Was Stolen In 1911 And The Police Questioned Picasso
The Mona Lisa, or La Gioconda , is arguably “the best known, the most visited, the most written about, the most sung about, the most...
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The Traditional German Sword Fighting Art Called Mensur
Academic fencing, also known as Mensur, is a traditional form of fencing practiced by student establishments in several European...
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How You Could Buy Perfume In 1925 -L’Orange Variée" by Les Parfums de Marcy
This is a gorgeous example of French presentation from the 1920s, the fragrance "L’Orange Variée" by Les Parfums de Marcy is presented in...
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The Victorian Photographic Society That Tried To Preserve ‘Old London’
Alfred Marks was not just a photographer; he was a visionary. Born in the mid-19th century, Marks witnessed the dramatic changes that...
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The Beautiful Lifelong Bromance Between Robin Williams and Christopher Reeve
The two longtime pals met in 1973 as Juilliard students and were best friends up until Reeve's death in 2004. In his autobiography 'Still...
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Keith Richards Singing Rolling Stones’ ‘Wild Horses’ & ‘Gimme Shelter’
The Rolling Stones have earned renown as one of the most captivating live acts in history. Their vitality defies their years, and their...
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The 1908 London Olympics, When Runners Drank Champagne as an Energy Drink
On June 24, 1908, history was made with the London Olympic Marathon, held amidst scorching heat on a newly resurfaced, unforgivingly hard...
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Remembering Zitkála-Šá: Champion of Native American Rights and Culture
Zitkála-Šá, born on February 22, 1876, emerged into the world on the Yankton Indian Reservation. Her upbringing unfolded amidst the...
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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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