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Kaleena Fraga

A senior staff writer for All That's Interesting since 2021 and co-host of the History Uncovered Podcast, Kaleena Fraga graduated with a dual degree in American History and French Language and Literature from Oberlin College. She previously ran the presidential history blog History First, and has had work published in The Washington Post, Gastro Obscura, and elsewhere. She has published more than 1,200 pieces on topics including history and archaeology. She is based in Brooklyn, New York.

Recent Posts

The Disturbing Story Of The Menendez Brothers — And How They Killed Their Own Parents In A ‘Gangland-Style’ Murder

The Disturbing Story Of The Menendez Brothers — And How They Killed Their Own Parents In A ‘Gangland-Style’ Murder

In 1989, Lyle and Erik Menendez brutally murdered their parents in their Beverly Hills home. Then, they made shocking allegations of abuse in court.

The Wild Story Of Thor Heyerdahl, The Explorer Who Sailed Thousands Of Miles Across The Ocean In A Homemade Raft — Three Times

The Wild Story Of Thor Heyerdahl, The Explorer Who Sailed Thousands Of Miles Across The Ocean In A Homemade Raft — Three Times

Determined to prove that ancient peoples could have made contact with one another across the oceans, Norwegian ethnographer Thor Heyerdahl built a raft out of balsa logs and hemp rope — and successfully used it to cross the Pacific Ocean in 1947.

19 Pablo Escobar Facts That Reveal The Outrageous Story Of The Fearsome ‘El Padrino’

19 Pablo Escobar Facts That Reveal The Outrageous Story Of The Fearsome ‘El Padrino’

From his brutal murders to his obscene wealth, discover some of the most astonishing facts about the notorious Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar.

Brian David Mitchell, The Deranged Street Preacher Who Kidnapped Elizabeth Smart

Brian David Mitchell, The Deranged Street Preacher Who Kidnapped Elizabeth Smart

In 2002, Brian David Mitchell abducted Elizabeth Smart in Salt Lake City because he believed he was a "prophet" who needed seven virgin wives to fulfill his mission.

A Devastating Wildfire Is Setting Off Bombs From World War I In Slovenia

A Devastating Wildfire Is Setting Off Bombs From World War I In Slovenia

The wildfire is the worst in Slovenia's history but firefighters are cautiously optimistic that they have the blaze contained.

Russian Chess Robot Breaks Its Seven-Year-Old Opponent’s Finger During A Match In Moscow

Russian Chess Robot Breaks Its Seven-Year-Old Opponent’s Finger During A Match In Moscow

The robot grabbed the boy's finger at the Moscow Chess Open after the seven-year-old apparently "hurried" it.

Who Invented Ice Cream? Inside The Surprisingly Long History Of The World’s Favorite Frozen Treat

Who Invented Ice Cream? Inside The Surprisingly Long History Of The World’s Favorite Frozen Treat

Frozen desserts date all the way back to ancient China around 200 B.C.E., but a staggering number of ice cream innovators over the centuries have helped perfect the treat we enjoy today.

Meet Simba, The Pakistani Goat With Ears So Long He Might Set A World Record

Meet Simba, The Pakistani Goat With Ears So Long He Might Set A World Record

Simba the goat's ears are currently 23 inches long and have received attention from around the world.

Roy Benavidez, The Fearless Vietnam War Veteran Who Survived ‘Six Hours In Hell’

Roy Benavidez, The Fearless Vietnam War Veteran Who Survived ‘Six Hours In Hell’

Green Beret Roy Benavidez earned the Medal of Honor when he ran into enemy fire armed with only a knife to save his fellow soldiers, sustaining such severe injuries that medics placed him into a body bag.

This Cargo Vessel That Sank Seven Centuries Ago Has Just Been Declared The Oldest Shipwreck In English History

This Cargo Vessel That Sank Seven Centuries Ago Has Just Been Declared The Oldest Shipwreck In English History

The ship was carrying marble for gravestones and other items when it sank in the 13th century likely during the reign of Henry III.