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4 Little-Known Slave Rebellions That Paved The Way For The Civil War And Abolition

From razing New York City to torching Louisiana plantations, these slave rebellions paved the way for the Civil War, and the eventual abolition of slavery.

By Savannah Cox Apr 7, 2016

4 Little-Known Slave Rebellions That Paved The Way For The Civil War And Abolition

From razing New York City to torching Louisiana plantations, these slave rebellions paved the way for the Civil War, and the eventual abolition of slavery.

By Savannah Cox April 7, 2016

These 39 Surprising Eiffel Tower Facts And Photos Tell The Story You’ve Never Heard

When you hear the word “Paris,” the first thing that comes to mind is almost certainly the Eiffel Tower. But did you know many Parisians never wanted it built, and protested its construction vehemently? Or that even the French government wanted it torn down just 20 years after its 1889...

By John Kuroski Mar 31, 2016

These 39 Surprising Eiffel Tower Facts And Photos Tell The Story You’ve Never Heard

When you hear the word “Paris,” the first thing that comes to mind is almost certainly the Eiffel Tower. But did you know many Parisians never wanted it built, and protested its construction vehemently? Or that even the French government wanted it torn down just 20 years after its 1889...

By John Kuroski March 31, 2016

11 Things You Didn’t Know About Vincent Van Gogh

Born March 30th, 1853, Vincent van Gogh would go on to become one of the most legendary figures in all of art history. But there are still many things most people don't know about the troubled painter.

By Erin Kelly Mar 30, 2016

11 Things You Didn’t Know About Vincent Van Gogh

Born March 30th, 1853, Vincent van Gogh would go on to become one of the most legendary figures in all of art history. But there are still many things most people don't know about the troubled painter.

By Erin Kelly March 30, 2016

The Five Strangest Riots In History

From brawling over stolen corpses to rioting over a pile of exploding disco records, history's weirdest riots prove that some people can always be relied upon to form an angry mob.

By Erin Kelly Mar 29, 2016

The Five Strangest Riots In History

From brawling over stolen corpses to rioting over a pile of exploding disco records, history's weirdest riots prove that some people can always be relied upon to form an angry mob.

By Erin Kelly March 29, 2016

The Surprising History Of High Heels

High heels are more than just shoes: they’ve long been symbols of power, for women and men. About 72 percent of women will wear high heels at some point in their lives. While these shoes have become something of a metonym for femininity itself, you might be surprised to learn...

By Abby Norman Mar 28, 2016

The Surprising History Of High Heels

High heels are more than just shoes: they’ve long been symbols of power, for women and men. About 72 percent of women will wear high heels at some point in their lives. While these shoes have become something of a metonym for femininity itself, you might be surprised to learn...

By Abby Norman March 28, 2016
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