Strange But True Thanksgiving TriviaWant some fun facts about Thanksgiving history to share this holiday?7h ago7h ago
Was ketchup used as medicine?Feeling queasy? In the 1830s, your doctor might have prescribed ketchup.Nov 15Nov 15
Legs Diamond, The Bootlegger Who Wouldn’t DieWhat was Legs Diamond famous for? Rival gangsters couldn’t figure out how to kill him.Nov 1Nov 1
How did people wake up before alarm clocks?In the 19th century, factory workers turned to their local knocker upper for a wake-up call.Oct 111Oct 111
When did Lobster Become Popular? The Strange History of LobsterOnce considered food only fit for prisoners, lobster only became a luxury food in the 20th century.Aug 301Aug 301
Milunka Savić, the Most Decorated Female Soldier in HistoryFew remember her name. But she holds more medals than any other woman in military history.Aug 2Aug 2
The Strange Fad for Victorian Insect JewelryFashion trends from the past can easily look dated. But have you heard about the Victorian obsession with insect jewelry?Jul 19Jul 19
When was the first vending machine invented?Chocolate, stamps, and cigarettes were all common in 19th century vending machines. But the first vending machine was centuries older.Jul 8Jul 8
What Was The First Fruit Eaten On The Moon?Discover strange but true facts about astronaut food and the first meal on the Moon.Jun 21Jun 21
Aerial Bombing in WW1 and the Fake Paris PlotIn the first years of aviation, modern warfare changed forever. And so did defensive tactics.May 311May 311