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What Life Was Like In The Great Depression

On October 29, 1929, known as Black Tuesday, stock prices crashed, triggering a financial panic. The resulting Great Depression thrust millions into an economic struggle marked by severe unemployment, dramatic drops in incomes, and widespread shortages of necessities. But how did they survive all that?
November 22, 2024 Laidley Bates

The Weirdest Mixed-Breed Dogs Ever

Have you ever walked past a mixed-breed dog and thought, "What is that?" We have too, that's why we've compiled this list of the weirdest mixed-breed dogs out there.
November 22, 2024 Jack Hawkins

Single Days/Moments That Changed History

Throughout history, single days and key moments have reshaped the world, leaving indelible marks on our collective consciousness. From the tragic assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the awe-inspiring Apollo 11 moon landing. these are the moments that changed the course of history.
November 22, 2024 JK

The Day We Landed On The Moon

Neil Armstrong’s words from the Moon landing are iconic and unforgettable—but nobody remembers the ridiculous statement he made next.
October 31, 2024 Nikolas C.

Animals In Military History

It's sometimes easy to forget the contributions of animals in military history. They may not understand what's happening around them, but they’ve nevertheless played a crucial role in battle, even in the modern era. Here are some of military history's most heroic animals.
October 23, 2024 Mark Schilling

Icons Of The 1990s

Whether you're a child actor or not, fame is fickle. Some of these '90s icons peaked before the turn of the century, while others managed to come back to success after some time off. No matter what, these are some of the faces which helped define the 1990s.
October 11, 2024 Mark Schilling
Bitter Arguments

These Bittter Arguments Were Dealbreakers

My friend asked to have her wedding at my house. I said yes—and it blew up in my face.
October 9, 2024 Scott Mazza
The Worst Parents Ever

The Worst Parents Of All Time

Mom and dad are supposed to know best. Key word: “supposed to.” These entitled parents, however, were absolutely ridiculous—and just awful at their jobs.
October 7, 2024 Scott Mazza

Most Bizarre Weapons In History

Humanity's drive for innovation has led to the creation of the most deadly armaments in history—it's also led to some downright bizarre weapons as well.
October 2, 2024 Mark Schilling

The Day Ronald Reagan Was Shot

March 30, 1981: On that day in Washington D.C. John Hinckley Jr. shot, and wounded, President Ronald Reagan. Why did he do it? What lead up to it and what happened after?
October 2, 2024 Jesse Singer
These Petty Adults Are Shockingly Immature

The Worst Petty, Immature People

It’s a common misconception that people mature as they get older. These Redditors are here to expose the petty adults in their lives who never grew up.
October 2, 2024 Kaddy Gibson

The Best Battles In History

These epic battles weren't just fights—they're the big moments that have steered history, leaving their mark on how we live today.
September 27, 2024 Avishek Satyal


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