The Netflix drama Death by Lightning highlights President Garfield's intriguing life, marked by his assassination, early medical practices, and a legacy that has been hiding in the shadows.
Category: American History
A look into the strange and unbelievable moments that define a nation. From the early days to recent events, we will examine the good, bad, and incredible.
The True Origins of Thanksgiving: Myths and Realities
From Sarah Hale's famous nursery rhyme to Lincoln's proclamation, Roosevelt's date-shift, and the Pilgrims' harvest feast—these seemingly disparate threads of American history are woven together by their connection to our Thanksgiving tradition.
The Evolution of Black Friday: From Wall Street Crash to Shopping Craze
The evolution of Black Friday from a Wall Street failure to a chaotic post-Thanksgiving shopping experience illustrates America's cultural shift towards consumerism and profitability in retail.
Unveiling the Bilderberg Group: Conspiracy Theories and Reality
The Bilderberg Meeting, founded in 1954, gathers 130 leaders annually under confidentiality, fostering discussions on key geopolitical issues. Critics label it a secret society influencing global politics, with conspiracy theories surrounding its motives.
Were the U.S. Presidents cursed?
Curses have ripped through the fabric of urban tales and folklore as weapons of vengeance, shields against evil, and harbingers of doom. But do they really exist?
Exploring One Of America’s Most Haunted Houses: The Whaley House
Locals call it America's Most Haunted House, but the Whaley House legacy is more than a simple family home in Old Town San Diego.
Unveiling Skull & Bones: America’s Secret Society
Each year, fifteen of Yale's most promising seniors receive a tap on the shoulder—an invitation to join Skull and Bones, the university's most notorious secret society. Their windowless headquarters, cryptic rituals, and powerful alumni network have captured the American imagination for generations.
The Haunting of Myrtles Plantation
Lets head to the deep south to uncover the truth behind the events that earned the Myrtle Plantation the reputation of being one of the most haunted houses in America.
Harry Houdini: Escape Artist and His Final Days
Harry Houdini, the renowned escape artist, died on October 31, 1926, from peritonitis after his appendix ruptured following an unprepared punch during a lecture. Born in 1874, he gained fame through thrilling escape acts, relying on skill rather than tricks.
Decoding the Hysteria: The True Story Behind Welles’ Broadcast
On October 30, 1904, Orson Welles's radio adaptation of The War of the Worlds aired, using realistic sound effects to simulate a Martian invasion. Many listeners believed it was real, causing panic and chaos. Despite Welles's claims of innocence, the broadcast ultimately launched his Hollywood career, leading to Citizen Kane.