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Captain Cook Facts

Little-Known Facts About Captain James Cook, England's Greatest Explorer

“Ambition leads me not only farther than any other man has been before me, but as far as I think it possible for man to go.”—Captain James Cook.
July 25, 2024 Henry Gomes
Hunter S. Thompson Facts

Downright Insane Facts About Hunter S. Thompson

Hunter S. Thompson: The man behind Gonzo Journalism and a lifetime of crazy escapades. He was also a brilliant writer and journalist, balancing a career with the kind of antics that would get anyone banned from work ever again.
July 25, 2024 Kyle Climans
Joa

Courageous Facts About Joan of Arc, The Maid of Orleans

Joan of Arc was only 19 years old when she was sentenced to die. Though she lived a short life, it was a remarkable one: She was highly devout and took comfort in her faith, and helped to turn the tide for France against the British during the Hundred Years’ War. Her heroic deeds and unshakeable devotion to her cause have become legendary, but underneath the myths and stories is still a vulnerable teenage girl.
July 25, 2024 Stephanie Kelsey

Wild Facts About Ned Kelly, The Last Outlaw

Opinions have never been united when it comes to Kelly; was he a misunderstood victim, or a notorious murderer who deserved what he got?
July 22, 2024 Kyle Climans
Anne Bonny Facts

Chilling Facts About Anne Bonny, Pirate Queen

The ruthless Anne Bonny was an infamous Pirate Queen who ruled the Seven Seas—but few people know about her even darker history.
July 19, 2024 Rebecca Wong
Olga of Kiev Facts

Brutal Facts About Olga Of Kiev, The Vengeful Viking Princess

Olga Of Kiev Facts. After her husband was killed by his enemies, Olga of Kiev proved that hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.
July 19, 2024 Scott Mazza


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