U-1206 In 1945, just 24 days before the end of World War II, the German submarine U-1206 was cruising off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, on its first voyage. The ...
History
One of the greatest temperature drop in 24 hours in the United States took place in Browning, Montana, on January 23, 1916. The temperature started at 44 °F (6.7 °C) ...
The song “Happy Birthday To You” is easily the most popular song in the world, but there is a strange and complicated history behind this song. You also might not ...
Are you superstitious? Do you jump that crack in the sidewalk or maybe toss some salt over your shoulder when you want to ward off a bit of bad luck? ...
The number 911 is used for emergencies in North America, but why is that particular number used, and how did it all start? The original 911 system began in the ...
Here’s a look at how some brand of cars got their names and the history that made it so. This third part focuses on more worldwide car companies and how ...
When a book isn’t returned to a library after the due date, a fine is usually attached to the book. The largest fine ever paid for an overdue library book ...
Sony is a multinational conglomerate based in Tokyo, Japan, with businesses in electronics, games, music, movies, and finance. They are known for the success of their Walkman and PlayStation product ...
Here’s a continued look at how iconic car brands got their names. This part focuses on worldwide models. Don’t forget to check out Part 1 and Part 3 for even more. Aston Martin ...
Ever wonder why a home loan is called a mortgage? The roots of the word are actually very old. The word “mortgage” comes from the Old French term of “mort ...
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