Throughout history, prisoners of war have sought their freedom by fleeing from their captors, intent on returning to their homes and their…
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In 1913, French agricultural engineer Max Ringelmann studied people playing tug of war. His studies resulted in the observation of the Ringelmann…
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Few of the fabled heroes of American history are more controversial than Custer. He amassed a then record of demerits as a…
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We are all aware of the toilet paper shortage, loss of smell symptoms, mask requirements, and social distancing rules that came with…
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In 1901, Teddy Roosevelt famously said, “Speak softly and carry a big stick.” Little did he know that stick would one day…
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In the past, we’ve covered just how expensive war can get and, as many people know, the defense budget of a country…
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Blackmail is about as old as secrets. The idea of someone using secret information to coerce another into doing what they want…
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Times are difficult as the world bands together to fight the coronavirus pandemic, but did you know there were several near pandemics…
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Mary I of England was the only surviving child of King Henry VIII and his first wife, Catherine. As the Catholic queen…
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We’re so used to pop culture providing stories of ragtag bands of brothers with lowest bidder equipment overcoming vast legions with sophisticated…