Contrary to popular belief not all wars took years to come to a conclusion. In fact some took minutes, days and even…
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Inspirational quotes about making mistakes are so ubiquitous that they fill entire books, not to mention all those stories of how inventions…
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Imagine being either chosen or bestowed the mantle of leadership over a nation, kingdom or empire. You would be excited and happy…
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The sea is a cruel mistress. That’s the poetic way of saying that life out on the open water can be quite…
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We’re quite used to the clean historical model of humans evolving from some manner of uncivilized, famished, desperate individuals to the well-nourished…
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The expression “as American as mom and apple pie” has painted a picture of nostalgic wholesomeness since its first usage during World…
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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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Previously, we have taken a look at some of the oddest deaths in history, but there are plenty more dubious demises left…
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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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Throughout so-called civilization, people have expressed their discontent in a number of ways. Whether spurred by the delusions of a mentally ill…