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Booth’s and Crew True Story
The very true, quite possibly real story of what happened to John Wilkes Booth and his accomplices, both the supposed and known associates. Told by his great great great…(you get it) very great grandson. According to my senile grandfather this is what happened to Mr. Booth. Everyone knows he famously jumped out of the box into the theater and left via horseback. He was a tall and sturdy man who was able to ignore the injury in his haste to leave. After about a week of riding, his pain was not only becoming unbearable, but he also figured he was far enough away. He went to see Samuel A. Mudd, who gave him some medicine and worked on helping reset his body after the injury.
By Lisa Pulliam8 months ago in History
Divorce By Combat. Content Warning.
Let’s travel back in time, shall we? Imagine yourself in an open town square of the 15th-century Trier, Germany. The town square is full of people, clamoring in anticipation. You are about to watch a marital combat, a duel between a husband and wife.
By Lana V Lynx8 months ago in History
History in the Making
My high school history teachers, Mr Bring and Mrs Toll, taught me all the important things I needed to know to pass the high school exam. I got a B, which wasn’t bad compared to some of my other grades, however I kinda wished I could have done better.
By Maddy Haywood8 months ago in History
Do Not Go Gentle
"Do not go gentle into that good night (. . .) Rage, rage against the dying of the light." - Dylan Thomas I was in the kitchen of a B&B in Ireland when I heard that Robin Williams had died. The news was such a tragic shock to me- Robin had been a part of many beloved pieces of entertainment from my years growing up in the 90’s and early 00's. He was an institution, known in the public for both his incredible comic talent and his unique kindness in his pursuits like entertaining troops overseas or sitting by the hospital beds of young people inspiring them to go on. For my three younger siblings and I, it felt a little like hearing someone we'd known and loved in our childhood had died.
By Raistlin Allen8 months ago in History
🪖 Ghost Army of the World War 2
The Ghost Army of World War II stands as one of the most extraordinary and ingenious military units ever assembled, representing a groundbreaking fusion of art, technology, and psychological warfare that significantly contributed to the Allied victory in Europe. Officially designated as the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, this unit was activated in 1944 and assigned an unprecedented mission that diverged sharply from traditional combat roles: to mislead and confuse German forces regarding the strength, location, and intentions of Allied troops through elaborate deception techniques. By employing a combination of inflatable rubber tanks and vehicles, sophisticated sound equipment, fake radio transmissions, and expertly crafted visual illusions, the Ghost Army played a pivotal role in the success of numerous key operations, effectively saving countless lives by drawing enemy attention away from genuine troop movements and strategic points.
By Kek Viktor8 months ago in History
🗺️ Piri Reis Map – A 1513 Ottoman map that accurately shows parts of the Americas and Antarctica… centuries before they were "discovered
The Piri Reis Map of 1513, crafted on a handsome piece of gazelle parchment approximately 87 by 63 centimeters, is one of the world’s most captivating cartographic artifacts. Rediscovered in 1929 in Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace, it represents the western third of an otherwise lost masterpiece, gifted by Piri Reis—an Ottoman naval officer, geographer, and cartographer—to Sultan Selim I after the conquest of Egypt in 1517. This single map fragment encapsulates an astonishing blend of ancient classical knowledge, contemporary seafaring intelligence, and a global vision that was well ahead of its time.
By Kek Viktor8 months ago in History
True Love: The Quiet Strength Behind the Greatest Stories Ever Told
Every country, every culture, carries its own love stories — stories that aren't just about romance, but resilience. These tales show us that love isn’t always about flowers and butterflies. It’s not just the sweet, fluttery beginnings; real love is tested through storms, through pain, through loss.
By Rahul Kaushl8 months ago in History
Che Guevara
Introduction: Who Was Che Guevara? Che Guevara, born Ernesto Guevara, was an Argentine Marxist revolutionary, physician, guerrilla leader, and global symbol of rebellion. His iconic image and legacy continue to inspire millions around the world. From a young boy reading Marx and Neruda to a fierce freedom fighter who died for his beliefs, Che’s story is one of courage, controversy, and conviction.
By Muhammad waqas8 months ago in History
On the Frequencies Forbidden
The Tower That Reached Too Far He stood beneath the iron skeleton of Wardenclyffe Tower like a prophet waiting for lightning. The sky above Shoreham, New York, was heavy with the weight of its own potential — thick clouds swelled with summer heat, as if even nature was holding its breath for something unimaginable.
By TechHermit8 months ago in History
