Category: U.S. Historical News
Richmond Virginia Doctor had One Helluva Day
One fine day in September 1906, a Richmond, Virginia doctor had one hell of a day. From stitching to dressing wounds, he spent the day…
5 of the Best History Books About Giants
When studying the history of our ancestors it is always fun to take a break and dive into something unusual such as history books about…
Henry Ford’s Support of the Nazis
Henry Ford was one of the most influential people in the automotive industry. He is also one of the most controversial figures in history because…
History of US Patents and Strange Inventions
Below is a fascinating article published in 1912 that covers the origin and history of the US patents office and ends with a bunch of…
4 Best History Books About Viking Women
So much is written about Viking men, but what about Viking women? What part did women play in Viking society and how accurately or inaccurately…
A Train, an Elevator, and a Bridge – 3 Gruesome Reports from the Past
Because these “bad news” collections are so popular, I spent the day collecting a few gruesome reports from the newspaper archives just for you. Lakeshore…
History of Makeup in Ancient Rome
The history of makeup in ancient Rome is a bit of a mystery. There are few surviving records, and the few remaining are unclear. However,…
What Foods did Ancient Egyptians Eat?
The ancient Egyptians had a rich culture and a complex religious system, but what foods did they eat? Their diet was mainly based on grains,…
5 WTFrell News Reports from the Past
I’ve decided to gather up some of the more odd or “what the frell” newspaper articles from the past and share them with you. But…
Venus, Roman Love Goddess, was also the Goddess of Wild Strawberries
There’s no one quite like Venus when it comes to matters of love and attraction. She’s the Roman goddess of love and beauty, and her…
