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U.S. Army To Return Remains of Native American Boys Killed In Reform School In The 1880’s

"All the Indian there is in the race should be dead," the reform school's founder said. "Kill the Indian in him, and save the man."

By All That's Interesting Aug 10, 2017
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U.S. Army To Return Remains of Native American Boys Killed In Reform School In The 1880’s

"All the Indian there is in the race should be dead," the reform school's founder said. "Kill the Indian in him, and save the man."

By All That's Interesting August 10, 2017
Tomorrowland Astronaut Baby
Tomorrowland Astronaut Baby

Explore Vintage Disneyland In 55 Magical Photos

From its grand opening in 1955 to the original "It’s A Small World" ride, these photos of Disneyland's early days prove that it has always been "the happiest place on Earth."

By Joel Stice Aug 9, 2017

Explore Vintage Disneyland In 55 Magical Photos

From its grand opening in 1955 to the original "It’s A Small World" ride, these photos of Disneyland's early days prove that it has always been "the happiest place on Earth."

By Joel Stice August 9, 2017
Og Image Brown Bros
Og Image Brown Bros

A Disturbing Illustrative History Of Blackface In America

Throughout the 19th century, minstrel shows were one of America’s favorite ways to kick back and have fun. People around the country would flock out to theaters in droves, ready to laugh at white men in blackface plucking at banjos, banging on tambourines, and pretending to be as dumb as...

By Mark Oliver Aug 9, 2017

A Disturbing Illustrative History Of Blackface In America

Throughout the 19th century, minstrel shows were one of America’s favorite ways to kick back and have fun. People around the country would flock out to theaters in droves, ready to laugh at white men in blackface plucking at banjos, banging on tambourines, and pretending to be as dumb as...

By Mark Oliver August 9, 2017
Og Image Magic Bus
Og Image Magic Bus

The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test: How The Author of “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” Spread LSD Across America

The acid tests started by Ken Kesey and the Merry Pranksters gave birth to hippie culture in the 1960s.

By Mark Oliver Aug 8, 2017

The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test: How The Author of “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” Spread LSD Across America

The acid tests started by Ken Kesey and the Merry Pranksters gave birth to hippie culture in the 1960s.

By Mark Oliver August 8, 2017
Og Image George Harrison
Og Image George Harrison

The Insanity Of Beatlemania In 29 Unbelievable Photos

Beatlemania was a fan frenzy that followed the Beatles as they toured across the globe. Some believed it was a mental illness — and these photos make it easy to see why.

By Mark Oliver Aug 4, 2017

The Insanity Of Beatlemania In 29 Unbelievable Photos

Beatlemania was a fan frenzy that followed the Beatles as they toured across the globe. Some believed it was a mental illness — and these photos make it easy to see why.

By Mark Oliver August 4, 2017
Canaanite Uncovered Skeleton Arrows
Canaanite Uncovered Skeleton Arrows

This Week In History, July 30 – August 5

Scientists Uncover Modern Descendants Of Biblical Canaanites Thought To Have Been Wiped Out So central are the Canaanites to Hebrew and Christian scripture, that even non-believers today surely know their name. Yet, for centuries, not even scientists knew what became of this ancient race — until now. Because the Canaanites...

By All That's Interesting Aug 4, 2017
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This Week In History, July 30 – August 5

Scientists Uncover Modern Descendants Of Biblical Canaanites Thought To Have Been Wiped Out So central are the Canaanites to Hebrew and Christian scripture, that even non-believers today surely know their name. Yet, for centuries, not even scientists knew what became of this ancient race — until now. Because the Canaanites...

By All That's Interesting August 4, 2017
Ostrich Racing Track
Ostrich Racing Track

Unbelievable Photos From Florida’s Golden Age Of Ostrich Racing

It’s an ancient sport that remains popular to this day, yet few know much about this bizarre competition and even fewer actually go to see it. However, back in the late 1800s and early 1900s, ostrich racing was extremely common in America, especially in Florida, where the curious sport is...

By Laura Martisiute Aug 3, 2017

Unbelievable Photos From Florida’s Golden Age Of Ostrich Racing

It’s an ancient sport that remains popular to this day, yet few know much about this bizarre competition and even fewer actually go to see it. However, back in the late 1800s and early 1900s, ostrich racing was extremely common in America, especially in Florida, where the curious sport is...

By Laura Martisiute August 3, 2017
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