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Who Were Chang And Eng Bunker, The ‘Original’ Siamese Twins?

Exhibited as curiosities in the 19th century, conjoined twin brothers Chang and Eng Bunker were two of America's most infamous showmen.

By All That's Interesting • Apr 13, 2024

Who Were Chang And Eng Bunker, The ‘Original’ Siamese Twins?

Exhibited as curiosities in the 19th century, conjoined twin brothers Chang and Eng Bunker were two of America's most infamous showmen.

By All That's Interesting • April 13, 2024

How Many Descendants Does Genghis Khan Have? The History Of The Mongolian Conqueror’s Astonishing Bloodline

The infamous conqueror is believed to have impregnated hundreds of women in his lifetime — and researchers believe as many as 16 million people may be descended from Genghis Khan today.

By Morgan Dunn • Apr 7, 2024

How Many Descendants Does Genghis Khan Have? The History Of The Mongolian Conqueror’s Astonishing Bloodline

The infamous conqueror is believed to have impregnated hundreds of women in his lifetime — and researchers believe as many as 16 million people may be descended from Genghis Khan today.

By Morgan Dunn • April 7, 2024

Rare 12th Century Samurai Sword Found In Attic

The sword was pulled from the attic decades ago, but a recent ceremonial cleaning revealed it was a priceless heirloom from the 12th century.

By Katie Serena • Apr 3, 2024

Rare 12th Century Samurai Sword Found In Attic

The sword was pulled from the attic decades ago, but a recent ceremonial cleaning revealed it was a priceless heirloom from the 12th century.

By Katie Serena • April 3, 2024

Archaeologists Discover Chinese Cemetery Containing Hundreds Of Relics From The Country’s Warring States Period

Curiously, the researchers also uncovered a burial containing a chariot and the skeletal remains of two horses. Archaeologists are hopeful that their findings will reveal more about one of China's most influential historical periods.

By Amber Morgan • Apr 1, 2024

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Archaeologists Discover Chinese Cemetery Containing Hundreds Of Relics From The Country’s Warring States Period

Curiously, the researchers also uncovered a burial containing a chariot and the skeletal remains of two horses. Archaeologists are hopeful that their findings will reveal more about one of China's most influential historical periods.

By Amber Morgan • April 1, 2024

Shoichi Yokoi, The Japanese World War II Holdout Who Didn’t Surrender Until 1972

Imperial Japanese Army sergeant Shoichi Yokoi fled into the jungles of Guam when American forces recaptured the island in 1944 — and didn't emerge until he was finally discovered 28 years later.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 26, 2024

Shoichi Yokoi, The Japanese World War II Holdout Who Didn’t Surrender Until 1972

Imperial Japanese Army sergeant Shoichi Yokoi fled into the jungles of Guam when American forces recaptured the island in 1944 — and didn't emerge until he was finally discovered 28 years later.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 26, 2024

34 Unforgettable Photos Of China’s Uninhabited Ghost Cities

The country's ambitious plans for urban growth have led to more than 50 abandoned cities whose empty buildings paint a dystopian landscape.

By Natasha Ishak • Mar 18, 2024

34 Unforgettable Photos Of China’s Uninhabited Ghost Cities

The country's ambitious plans for urban growth have led to more than 50 abandoned cities whose empty buildings paint a dystopian landscape.

By Natasha Ishak • March 18, 2024

This Week In History News, Mar. 10 – 16

Neolithic cobra pottery unearthed in Taiwan, missing half of Ramses II statue found in Egypt, mass grave filled with plague victims discovered in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 15, 2024

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This Week In History News, Mar. 10 – 16

Neolithic cobra pottery unearthed in Taiwan, missing half of Ramses II statue found in Egypt, mass grave filled with plague victims discovered in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • March 15, 2024

Well-Preserved Ming Dynasty Tomb Unearthed In Northern China

Discovered in the city of Xinzhou, this Ming Dynasty tomb was filled with various offerings and artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 15, 2024

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Well-Preserved Ming Dynasty Tomb Unearthed In Northern China

Discovered in the city of Xinzhou, this Ming Dynasty tomb was filled with various offerings and artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • March 15, 2024

Hisashi Ouchi Suffered History’s Worst Radiation Burns — Then Doctors Kept Him Alive For 83 Excruciating Days Against His Will

After a fateful accident at Japan’s Tokaimura nuclear power plant in 1999, Hisashi Ouchi lost most of his skin and began crying blood before his agony finally ended.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 29, 2024

Hisashi Ouchi Suffered History’s Worst Radiation Burns — Then Doctors Kept Him Alive For 83 Excruciating Days Against His Will

After a fateful accident at Japan’s Tokaimura nuclear power plant in 1999, Hisashi Ouchi lost most of his skin and began crying blood before his agony finally ended.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 29, 2024

U.S. Charges Yakuza Boss With Trafficking Nuclear Materials

Takeshi Ebisawa is accused of attempting to traffic nuclear materials. If found guilty, he could face life in prison.

By Amber Morgan • Feb 27, 2024

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U.S. Charges Yakuza Boss With Trafficking Nuclear Materials

Takeshi Ebisawa is accused of attempting to traffic nuclear materials. If found guilty, he could face life in prison.

By Amber Morgan • February 27, 2024