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History's Disappearing Woman

History's Disappearing WomanElizabeth "Lee" Miller's incredible life has been covered in the 2024 film Lee, detailing her rise from a fashion model to one of the most important photographers of the 20th century. Elizabeth Miller's...

January 7, 2025 Jack Hawkins

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Think You Know America? Answer These American History Questions To Find Out

The United States may not be that old as a country, but it has been through a lot—created, at least in part, by the will of men to be free from tyranny. We've devised a quiz that covers the bulk of American history—see how you do it and whether you remember as many of your American History classes as you think.

January 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins

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How Many Of These American Revolutionary War Questions Can You Answer?

The American Revolutionary War, fought between 1775 and 1883, pitted American statesmen and politicians against the British Army and the Crown. Let's test your knowledge of the American War of Independence.

January 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins

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Wild And Woeful Facts About Roy Rogers, The “King Of The Cowboys”

Roy Rogers earned his title of “King of the Cowboys”—but it came at a heartbreaking cost.

January 14, 2025 Brendan Da Costa

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Surprising Facts About Miyoshi Umeki, The Actress Who Threw Away Her Oscar

Miyoshi Umeki was the first Asian actress to receive an Academy Award for acting—but almost 20 years later, she did something unspeakable to her trophy.

January 14, 2025 Brendan Da Costa

Matilda of Scotland, Queen of Henry I, (c1850s). Matilda (1080-1118), daughter of Malcolm III of Scotland, married Henry I of England in 1100.

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Surprising Facts About Matilda Of Scotland, Good Queen Maud

Queen Matilda was the polar opposite of her cruel husband King Henry I of England—and he dealt her a brutal betrayal in death.

January 14, 2025 Nikolas C.

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The Most Iconic And Inspiring Quotes From History

World leaders say the darndest things. Sometimes, their speeches can leave us afraid, excited, invigorated, filled with national pride, or abject horror. Let's break down some of the most iconic and inspiring quotes from world leaders that inspired us, shocked us, or might have even been catalysts for changes in the world.

January 13, 2025 Jack Hawkins