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Jerome of Sandy Cove photographed in 1912.

The Mystery Man of Nova Scotia

William Howells
August 18, 2023

Nestled in the remote reaches of Canada’s eastern shoreline, the rugged landscapes of Nova Scotia bear witness to a story that is as enigmatic as the fog that often embraces its coasts. A tale shrouded in mystery, haunting the villages and echoing in the whispers of the locals, the legend of the Mystery Man of…

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The Phoenix Memo, dated 7/10/2001.

What was the Phoenix Memo?

William Howells
August 16, 2023

In the months leading up to the devastating attacks on September 11, 2001, there were whispers and hints of an impending catastrophe that kept intelligence and law enforcement…

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The Borley Rectory in 1892.

Borley Rectory, The Most Haunted House in England

William Howells
August 16, 2023

Nestled in the quiet village of Borley in Essex, England, stands a location known to many as the most haunted house in the country, if not the world.…

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Photograph of Elva Zona Heaster Shue.

The Chilling Tale of the Greenbrier Ghost

In the quiet and scenic hills of West Virginia lies an enduring tale that melds tragedy, mystery, and the inexplicable—a tale known…

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The Ancient Ram Inn photographed in 2008.

The Ancient Ram Inn’s Haunted Past

Nestled in the picturesque village of Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, England, the Ancient Ram Inn stands as a grim reminder of centuries long…

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Photograph of Anne Frank in May of 1942, 2 months before going into hiding.

When was Anne Frank Captured?

A name known across the world, synonymous with the atrocities of the Holocaust, yet also a symbol of strength and the indomitable…

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Empire State Building plane crash.

The 1945 Empire State Building Plane Crash

On a foggy Saturday morning, 78 years ago today, on July 28th, 1945, an event occurred in New York City that would…

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Attila the Hun.

How Did Attila the Hun Die?

Attila the Hun, born around the year 406 AD, was a renowned figure of the late Roman Empire period, known for his…

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Photograph of Jack Daniel.

How Did Jack Daniel Die?

The legendary name of Jack Daniel is no stranger to any connoisseur of spirits. As the founder of the Jack Daniel’s Tennessee…

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An illustration of the Burr-Hamilton duel.

The Story Behind the Burr-Hamilton Duel

The morning mist, still clinging to the ground, was the only witness as two of the most prominent men of the era…

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Shiro Ishii in his Army uniform.

What Happened to Shirō Ishii?

Among the infamous figures of World War II, Shirō Ishii stands out for the severity and depravity of his actions. Leading the…

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Japanese Submarine I-400 with Japanese crew aboard.

What was Operation PX (Cherry Blossoms at Night)?

As World War II drew to a close, and the grim realities of a potentially lengthy invasion of Japan loomed, there was…

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Portrait of George Washington.

George Washington’s Whiskey Distillery

If you ask anyone to name a famous American historical figure, chances are the first name you’ll hear is George Washington. Washington,…

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The Bamberg Witch Trials.

The Bamberg Witch Trials

August 17, 2023 By William Howells

A portrait of Matthew Hopkins from 1837.

Who was Matthew Hopkins?

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