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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…
The Mythical Symbolism of the Peacock and How It Relates to Totems and Tattoos
The peacock has a long history of being a symbol of beauty and creativity. The peacock also symbolizes the ability to rise above life’s challenges,…
Top 4 Books for Amateur Historians – Learning How to Research
The most important task any amateur historian will perform is research, and learning how to research is an essential skill for any success in this…
Symbols Used for Behind the Ear Tattoos and What They Mean
Behind the ear tattoos are a popular way for people to express their nature and the most important symbols to them. What this means and…
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,…
The Agate Stone in Superstition and Its Symbolism
Agate stones are a result of the different ways the silica gel deposits in the host rock. Most agates are found in volcanic rocks, but…
The Mysterious Powers of Sympathetic Magic
Sympathetic magic is a type of magic that is based on the idea that things that have once been in contact with each other continue…
