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Genevieve Carlton

Genevieve Carlton earned a Ph.D in history from Northwestern University with a focus on early modern Europe and the history of science and medicine before becoming a history professor at the University of Louisville. In addition to scholarly publications with top presses, she has written for Atlas Obscura and Ranker.

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The Little-Known Story Of Arsinoe IV, The Murdered Sister Of Egyptian Queen Cleopatra

The Little-Known Story Of Arsinoe IV, The Murdered Sister Of Egyptian Queen Cleopatra

Genevieve Carlton

After she challenged her sister Cleopatra's rule, Arsinoe IV was brutally killed by Mark Antony's assassins in the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus in 41 B.C.E.

The Remarkable Life Of Ettore Boiardi, The Italian Immigrant Who Became Known As Chef Boyardee

The Remarkable Life Of Ettore Boiardi, The Italian Immigrant Who Became Known As Chef Boyardee

Genevieve Carlton

When Ettore Boiardi opened an Italian restaurant in Cleveland in 1924, his spaghetti dishes were such a hit that he started sending his customers home with take-out meal kits to meet the high demand — which led to the creation of the famous Chef Boyardee company.

The Bizarre Story Of How The Term ‘Snake Oil’ Came To Describe A Quack Remedy

The Bizarre Story Of How The Term ‘Snake Oil’ Came To Describe A Quack Remedy

Genevieve Carlton

At the turn of the 20th century, a scam artist named Clark Stanley advertised bottles of rattlesnake oil that purportedly treated everything from arthritis to sore throats — but the product was really just mineral oil and beef fat.

The Great Locomotive Chase: Inside The Failed Union Plot To Steal A Confederate Train And Destroy Tracks Across The South

The Great Locomotive Chase: Inside The Failed Union Plot To Steal A Confederate Train And Destroy Tracks Across The South

Genevieve Carlton

In April 1862, a group of Union men stealthily traveled to Georgia to steal a Confederate locomotive, but their plan ultimately failed after a seven-hour train chase.

Hans Island, The Remote Arctic Outpost At The Center Of One Of The Strangest ‘Wars’ In Human History

Hans Island, The Remote Arctic Outpost At The Center Of One Of The Strangest ‘Wars’ In Human History

Genevieve Carlton

Both Canada and Denmark claimed Hans Island as their own, and the nations fought the amicable "Whiskey War" by leaving spirits for each other on the island until they agreed to share the territory in 2022.

What Did Jesus Look Like? This Is What The Historical Evidence Actually Says

What Did Jesus Look Like? This Is What The Historical Evidence Actually Says

Genevieve Carlton

Though Jesus is often portrayed as a light-skinned man with long hair and a beard, the real face of the Son of God was probably very different.

Who Is Jane Hawking, The Woman Who Was Married To Stephen Hawking For 30 Years?

Who Is Jane Hawking, The Woman Who Was Married To Stephen Hawking For 30 Years?

Genevieve Carlton

For 30 years, Jane Hawking was Stephen Hawking's wife and devoted caregiver — until he left her for one of his nurses.

The Widely Forgotten Story Of Sarah Josepha Hale, The Woman Who Helped Make Thanksgiving A National Holiday

The Widely Forgotten Story Of Sarah Josepha Hale, The Woman Who Helped Make Thanksgiving A National Holiday

Genevieve Carlton

In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared "a Day of Thanksgiving and Praise" — after receiving an impassioned letter from magazine editor Sarah Josepha Hale.

The Life Of Nancy Ward, The Cherokee Woman Who Became A Champion For Peace With European Settlers

The Life Of Nancy Ward, The Cherokee Woman Who Became A Champion For Peace With European Settlers

Genevieve Carlton

Although Nancy Ward, also known as Nanyehi, gained respect from her people by courageously leading a group of Cherokee warriors to victory against an enemy tribe, she later dedicated her life to establishing a peaceful coexistence with white settlers.

Inside The Dramatic History Of The Temple Of Artemis, One Of The World’s Seven Ancient Wonders

Inside The Dramatic History Of The Temple Of Artemis, One Of The World’s Seven Ancient Wonders

Genevieve Carlton

While the Temple of Artemis lies in ruins today, it was once one of the largest and most opulent Greek temples, earning it a spot as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Ernest Shackleton, The Daring Explorer Who Captained The Endurance

Ernest Shackleton, The Daring Explorer Who Captained The Endurance

Genevieve Carlton

In 1914, Ernest Shackleton was determined to cross Antarctica. But when ice trapped his ship Endurance, his mission instantly changed from exploration to pure survival.