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How the U.S. Army was fed in the late 19th century: Rations, food preservation, and planning

As we dive deep into the annals of history, we uncover a fascinating account originally penned in 1898 that outlines the complex orchestration required to…

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Heat, Sweat, and Steam: Stories from the Stokehold

Stepping into history can often bring about a mix of awe and fascination. For instance, when we delve into the stories of seafaring adventures, we…

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Posted in Culture

6 Enduring Superstitions About Opals

Opal, a mesmerizing gemstone known for its kaleidoscopic colors and mysterious allure, has been the source of superstitions and folkloric beliefs for centuries. These cultural…

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Posted in Symbols Witchcraft

Money Magic 101: A Complete Guide to Manifesting Wealth and Prosperity

In this money magic 101 guide I’ve put together, you will learn about using herbs, symbols, essential oils, and candles for prosperity. Visualization techniques are…

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Posted in Murder

19-year-old attempts to hide murder, places body on railroad tracks

Murders made to look like train accidents have always been a common way to hide a crime. In this 1906 report, we learn that a…

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12 Unbelievable History Facts Prove the Past was Weird

If you have been visiting Strange Ago for any length of time, you know that strange things have happened in the past. In fact, you…

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5 Strangely Fascinating Jobs from History: From Body Snatchers to Leech Collectors

History is full of strange jobs, from professional mourners to those who wiped the butts of royalty. In this article, let’s take a quick look…

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Posted in History Murder Tragedies

5 Fiendishly Gruesome Details of Bodies Cut In Two

While researching “body parts,” I started seeing multiple articles about people cut in half. Each one was more gruesome than the last. And so, for…

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10 Shocking History Facts Prove History is Stranger Than Fiction

Let’s embark on a thrilling journey through time to uncover ten mind-boggling history facts that prove truth is often stranger than fiction. History, with its…

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Posted in Symbols

Understanding Arithmancy: The Study of Magical Properties of Numbers and Their Use in Divination

Greetings, enchanted seekers! (I’m feeling rather cheesy today!) Arithmancy, as beguiling as it is mysterious, is often overlooked in the myriad realms of magical study….

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