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Tycho Brahe, a prominent Danish astronomer of the 16th century, had a peculiar companion that traveled with him wherever he […]

But that’s not all, in medieval times, it was widely believed that wearing clothing made from human skin had magical

Grigori Rasputin, the enigmatic Mad Monk, fascinated and alarmed the Russian elite during his time as a royal confidant. But

As an eccentric and avant-garde artist, Salvador Dali’s unconventional beliefs were not uncommon. However, his conviction that he was possessed

Christopher Columbus Many people are familiar with the accomplishments and lasting impact of Christopher Columbus, but what some might not

Throughout the tumultuous history of the Roman Empire, there have been (some might say) infamous emperors who have left us

The depravity of Caligula, the notorious Roman Emperor, knew no bounds. His sadistic sense of humor and inhumane punishments have

The practice of human zoos, while largely associated with European colonialism in Africa, also inflicted unspeakable horrors on indigenous communities

Napoleon Bonaparte, one of the most influential historical figures, was known for many unusual quirks and oddities. Here, we delve

During the turbulent times of the English Restoration, King Charles II of England had an unexpected and peculiar habit. He

The Soviet Union’s obsession with creating the ultimate super soldier went far beyond their standard military training regimen. In the

The disturbing discovery was made by a team of scientists from the University of Geneva, Switzerland, who used a variety

In ancient Asia, death by elephant was a particularly gruesome and barbaric execution method that was commonly practiced for centuries.

The Mongol Empire, which reached its zenith under the formidable leadership of Genghis Khan, remains the largest land empire in

Vlad III Dracula, also known as Vlad the Impaler, was one of the most feared rulers in European history. Born