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7 Real-Life Frankenstein Experiments Carried Out By Mad Scientists Throughout History

In 1818, Mary Shelley published her classic novel about Dr. Frankenstein and his disturbing experiments with reanimation — but the stories of these seven scientists from history prove that reality can sometimes be stranger than fiction.

By Richard Stockton • Aug 10, 2023

7 Real-Life Frankenstein Experiments Carried Out By Mad Scientists Throughout History

In 1818, Mary Shelley published her classic novel about Dr. Frankenstein and his disturbing experiments with reanimation — but the stories of these seven scientists from history prove that reality can sometimes be stranger than fiction.

By Richard Stockton • August 10, 2023

This 17th-Century Child’s Grave Was Just Discovered In Poland With Several Anti-Vampire Countermeasures

The child's body was found face down and padlocked by the ankle, both practices intended to discourage and prevent a return from the grave.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 9, 2023

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This 17th-Century Child’s Grave Was Just Discovered In Poland With Several Anti-Vampire Countermeasures

The child's body was found face down and padlocked by the ankle, both practices intended to discourage and prevent a return from the grave.

By Austin Harvey • August 9, 2023

Nine Of History’s Most Infamous Mental Asylums And The True Stories Behind Them

From the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum to the English institution that inspired the word "bedlam," explore the dark history of insane asylums.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 5, 2023

Nine Of History’s Most Infamous Mental Asylums And The True Stories Behind Them

From the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum to the English institution that inspired the word "bedlam," explore the dark history of insane asylums.

By Natasha Ishak • August 5, 2023

This Week In History News, Jul. 30 – Aug. 5

Iron Age warrior woman identified in England, ancient Medusa mosaic uncovered in Spain, medieval sundial found in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 4, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jul. 30 – Aug. 5

Iron Age warrior woman identified in England, ancient Medusa mosaic uncovered in Spain, medieval sundial found in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • August 4, 2023

This 3,000-Year-Old Arrowhead Found In Switzerland Was Made From A Meteorite

Though the arrowhead was discovered in the late 19th century, it wasn't until recently that scientists were able to learn about its cosmic origins.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 4, 2023

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This 3,000-Year-Old Arrowhead Found In Switzerland Was Made From A Meteorite

Though the arrowhead was discovered in the late 19th century, it wasn't until recently that scientists were able to learn about its cosmic origins.

By Austin Harvey • August 4, 2023

Inside The Bloody Story Of Defenestration, One Of History’s Wildest Execution Methods

Discover the bizarre and disturbing history of defenestration, the practice of killing someone by throwing them out of a window.

By Adam Farley • Aug 4, 2023

Inside The Bloody Story Of Defenestration, One Of History’s Wildest Execution Methods

Discover the bizarre and disturbing history of defenestration, the practice of killing someone by throwing them out of a window.

By Adam Farley • August 4, 2023

The Gruesome True Story Of The Unsolved Hinterkaifeck Murders

On March 31, 1922, a mysterious killer murdered a German family of five — Andreas and Cäzilia Gruber, their daughter Viktoria Gabriel, Viktoria's children Cäzilia and Josef — and the family's maid Maria Baumgartner. To this day, the killer has never been identified.

By Katie Serena • Aug 3, 2023

The Gruesome True Story Of The Unsolved Hinterkaifeck Murders

On March 31, 1922, a mysterious killer murdered a German family of five — Andreas and Cäzilia Gruber, their daughter Viktoria Gabriel, Viktoria's children Cäzilia and Josef — and the family's maid Maria Baumgartner. To this day, the killer has never been identified.

By Katie Serena • August 3, 2023

‘Exceptional’ Mosaic Of Medusa Discovered Inside Grand Roman-Era House In Spain

The mosaic discovered in Mérida, Spain, is a stunning example of Roman craftsmanship likely from the second century.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 2, 2023

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‘Exceptional’ Mosaic Of Medusa Discovered Inside Grand Roman-Era House In Spain

The mosaic discovered in Mérida, Spain, is a stunning example of Roman craftsmanship likely from the second century.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 2, 2023

The Story Of Yule, The Raucous Pagan Celebration Of Winter That Inspired Christmas

Also called Yuletide, the Pagan celebration of the winter solstice known as Yule was observed by ancient Germanic peoples for hundreds of years.

By Morgan Dunn • Aug 2, 2023

The Story Of Yule, The Raucous Pagan Celebration Of Winter That Inspired Christmas

Also called Yuletide, the Pagan celebration of the winter solstice known as Yule was observed by ancient Germanic peoples for hundreds of years.

By Morgan Dunn • August 2, 2023

44 Disturbing Photos Of Mental Asylums From Decades Past That Are Like Something Out Of A Horror Movie

From children being chained up to women being lobotomized, the conditions in these insane asylums were truly harrowing.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 2, 2023

44 Disturbing Photos Of Mental Asylums From Decades Past That Are Like Something Out Of A Horror Movie

From children being chained up to women being lobotomized, the conditions in these insane asylums were truly harrowing.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 2, 2023