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The Remarkable Life Of Peter Freuchen, From His Dangerous Greenland Expeditions To His Fight Against Nazis

Whether exploring the Arctic, fighting the Nazis, or traveling the world, Peter Freuchen did it all — and then some.

By Katie Serena • Nov 15, 2017

The Remarkable Life Of Peter Freuchen, From His Dangerous Greenland Expeditions To His Fight Against Nazis

Whether exploring the Arctic, fighting the Nazis, or traveling the world, Peter Freuchen did it all — and then some.

By Katie Serena • November 15, 2017

Teddy Bear History: How President Roosevelt Inspired The Classic Toy

Teddy bear history begins with a hunting trip, a U.S. president, and one fateful decision.

By Katie Serena • Nov 15, 2017

Teddy Bear History: How President Roosevelt Inspired The Classic Toy

Teddy bear history begins with a hunting trip, a U.S. president, and one fateful decision.

By Katie Serena • November 15, 2017

The Satanic And Cannibalistic Rituals Of The Chicago Ripper Crew

The ripper crew murdered six women, was suspected of abducting more than 18, and the ringleader wasn't even convicted of murder.

By Katie Serena • Nov 14, 2017

The Satanic And Cannibalistic Rituals Of The Chicago Ripper Crew

The ripper crew murdered six women, was suspected of abducting more than 18, and the ringleader wasn't even convicted of murder.

By Katie Serena • November 14, 2017

The Horrifying “Cures” Of Dr. Henry Cotton — America’s Biggest Quack

During his 26-year reign at the Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, Dr. Henry Cotton performed over 645 twisted operations in which he tried to "save" the mentally ill.

By Laura Martisiute • Nov 13, 2017

The Horrifying “Cures” Of Dr. Henry Cotton — America’s Biggest Quack

During his 26-year reign at the Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, Dr. Henry Cotton performed over 645 twisted operations in which he tried to "save" the mentally ill.

By Laura Martisiute • November 13, 2017

The Strange Deaths Of 16 Historic And Famous Figures

Many of history's most important figures have suffered strange deaths that do not seem to befit their noble legacy.

By Gabe Paoletti • Nov 13, 2017

The Strange Deaths Of 16 Historic And Famous Figures

Many of history's most important figures have suffered strange deaths that do not seem to befit their noble legacy.

By Gabe Paoletti • November 13, 2017

Skulls, Ears, Noses, And Other Morbid “Trophies” Americans Took From Dead Japanese In WWII

After Pearl Harbor, Americans took trophy skulls as they viewed the Japanese as inherently evil and less than human.

By Katie Serena • Nov 13, 2017

Skulls, Ears, Noses, And Other Morbid “Trophies” Americans Took From Dead Japanese In WWII

After Pearl Harbor, Americans took trophy skulls as they viewed the Japanese as inherently evil and less than human.

By Katie Serena • November 13, 2017

44 Ancient Egypt Facts That Separate Myth From Truth

From who really built the pyramids to Cleopatra's favorite prank, these are the most fascinating Ancient Egypt facts you'll ever read.

By John Kuroski • Nov 11, 2017

44 Ancient Egypt Facts That Separate Myth From Truth

From who really built the pyramids to Cleopatra's favorite prank, these are the most fascinating Ancient Egypt facts you'll ever read.

By John Kuroski • November 11, 2017

14 Of History’s Most Important Archaeological Discoveries And Sites

From Pompeii to King Tut's Tomb, discover some of history's most interesting archaeological discoveries and sites.

By Katie Serena • Nov 10, 2017

14 Of History’s Most Important Archaeological Discoveries And Sites

From Pompeii to King Tut's Tomb, discover some of history's most interesting archaeological discoveries and sites.

By Katie Serena • November 10, 2017

The Unsolved Mystery Of The Redhead Serial Murders

''While there are some similarities in the cases, there's also a great number of dissimilarities,'' said an FBI investigator at the time.

By Gabe Paoletti • Nov 10, 2017

The Unsolved Mystery Of The Redhead Serial Murders

''While there are some similarities in the cases, there's also a great number of dissimilarities,'' said an FBI investigator at the time.

By Gabe Paoletti • November 10, 2017

P.T. Barnum’s 13 Most Famous And Unbelievable Oddities

From elephants to Siamese twins, P.T. Barnum's collection was controversial, ever-changing, and incredibly extensive.

By Katie Serena • Nov 8, 2017

P.T. Barnum’s 13 Most Famous And Unbelievable Oddities

From elephants to Siamese twins, P.T. Barnum's collection was controversial, ever-changing, and incredibly extensive.

By Katie Serena • November 8, 2017