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What Is The Wilhelm Scream? The Story Of The Legendary Two-Second Sound Effect

It's the most famous sound in Hollywood history, but where did the Wilhelm scream come from and why does everyone use it?

By William DeLong • Jun 12, 2022

What Is The Wilhelm Scream? The Story Of The Legendary Two-Second Sound Effect

It's the most famous sound in Hollywood history, but where did the Wilhelm scream come from and why does everyone use it?

By William DeLong • June 12, 2022

This Week In History News, Jun. 5 – 11

Lost Renaissance masterpiece found in England, medieval saber found in Greece, hidden cities uncovered in the Amazon.

By All That's Interesting • Jun 10, 2022

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This Week In History News, Jun. 5 – 11

Lost Renaissance masterpiece found in England, medieval saber found in Greece, hidden cities uncovered in the Amazon.

By All That's Interesting • June 10, 2022

Texas Man Breaks Into Dallas Art Museum And Destroys Priceless Artifacts — Because He Was Mad At His Girlfriend

Brian Hernandez, 21, destroyed a number of Greek artifacts at the Dallas Museum of Art because he "got mad at his girl."

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 6, 2022

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Texas Man Breaks Into Dallas Art Museum And Destroys Priceless Artifacts — Because He Was Mad At His Girlfriend

Brian Hernandez, 21, destroyed a number of Greek artifacts at the Dallas Museum of Art because he "got mad at his girl."

By Kaleena Fraga • June 6, 2022

This Week In History News, May 29 – Jun. 4

Bronze Age sunken city emerges from the Tigris River, ancient paintings found beneath layers of bird poop in Egypt, dozens of Spanish colonists' skeletons uncovered in Peru.

By All That's Interesting • Jun 3, 2022

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This Week In History News, May 29 – Jun. 4

Bronze Age sunken city emerges from the Tigris River, ancient paintings found beneath layers of bird poop in Egypt, dozens of Spanish colonists' skeletons uncovered in Peru.

By All That's Interesting • June 3, 2022

Temple Restoration Project In Egypt Reveals Dozens Of Colorful Carvings Beneath Centuries Of Bird Poop

The frescoes at the temple in Esna, Egypt, were made some 2,200 years ago, and the temple itself was used for four centuries.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 1, 2022

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Temple Restoration Project In Egypt Reveals Dozens Of Colorful Carvings Beneath Centuries Of Bird Poop

The frescoes at the temple in Esna, Egypt, were made some 2,200 years ago, and the temple itself was used for four centuries.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 1, 2022

The Heartbreaking Story Of Jeff Buckley’s Death In The Mississippi River

Known to this day for his recording of "Hallelujah," Jeff Buckley died at just 30 years old when he waded into the Mississippi and drowned on May 29, 1997.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 29, 2022

The Heartbreaking Story Of Jeff Buckley’s Death In The Mississippi River

Known to this day for his recording of "Hallelujah," Jeff Buckley died at just 30 years old when he waded into the Mississippi and drowned on May 29, 1997.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 29, 2022

An Elderly Woman Stole A Jacket That Was Part Of An Art Exhibit Right Off The Wall Of The Picasso Museum In Paris

The woman even had the jacket altered by a tailor to fit her perfectly.

By Cara Johnson • May 12, 2022

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An Elderly Woman Stole A Jacket That Was Part Of An Art Exhibit Right Off The Wall Of The Picasso Museum In Paris

The woman even had the jacket altered by a tailor to fit her perfectly.

By Cara Johnson • May 12, 2022

An Ancient Fertility Complex From The Iron Age Was Discovered Beneath A House In Turkey

Inside the complex, archaeologists discovered rock art depicting eight deities, including Atargatis, the Syrian goddess of fertility.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 11, 2022

An Ancient Fertility Complex From The Iron Age Was Discovered Beneath A House In Turkey

Inside the complex, archaeologists discovered rock art depicting eight deities, including Atargatis, the Syrian goddess of fertility.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 11, 2022

Largest-Known Cave Art In North America Discovered In Alabama Cave

Using 3D technology, scientists have now brought these expansive, 1,500-year-old mud glyphs to life.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 5, 2022

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Largest-Known Cave Art In North America Discovered In Alabama Cave

Using 3D technology, scientists have now brought these expansive, 1,500-year-old mud glyphs to life.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 5, 2022

The Savage Works Of Artemisia Gentileschi, The Painter Who Got Revenge On Her Rapist Through Her Art

Throughout the 17th century, Italian Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi created stunning works depicting female revenge in the face of male oppression.

By Genevieve Carlton • Apr 6, 2022

The Savage Works Of Artemisia Gentileschi, The Painter Who Got Revenge On Her Rapist Through Her Art

Throughout the 17th century, Italian Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi created stunning works depicting female revenge in the face of male oppression.

By Genevieve Carlton • April 6, 2022