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Generations of children have enjoyed circuses; the death-defying acrobatics, wild animals, tight-rope-walkers and clowns team up to entertain, intrigue and dazzle the young crowd. However, the life of a circus performer is not all successful stunts and cheering children; as these ten circus accidents demonstrate, life in the ring has seen its fair share of death and destruction as well. 10 . Mary the Elephant We begin our list with a well-known tragedy—the execution of an elephant . On September 12, 1916, Mary trampled her handler Red Eldridge to death. There are various accounts of what led to the attack—from Eldridge prodding Mary with a stick and infuriating her, to speculation that she was simply bored. While Eldridge’s death was tragic and gruesome, Mary’s fate might be even more so. The people of Kingsport, Tennessee demanded retribution for Eldridge’s death, so it was decided that Mary would hang for her crime. On September 13, a crowd of 2,...

10 More Fascinatingly Rare Disorders

Humans are the product of millions of intricate processes that shape their lives from the moment of conception until their last breath. Most of the time these processes go on without a hitch, but other times they go awry. This list compiles some of the rarest and most bizarre disorders that afflict both infants and adults. 10 Epidermolysis Known as an incredibly rare birth defect, epidermolysis (also known as the Butterfly Disease) causes the skin to basically slough off when disturbed. Because of the skin’s fragility, it’s common for sufferers to be covered in painful blisters and open wounds. These wounds frequently become infected, filling with pus and mucus. The skin is so sensitive that even something as simple as a temperature change can cause debilitating damage. Children that suffer from the Butterfly Disease tend to look like burn victims because of their bodies’ inability to produce collagen . If this disease doesn’t a...

Top 10 Greatest Mathematicians

Often called the language of the universe, mathematics is fundamental to our understanding of the world and, as such, is vitally important in a modern society such as ours. Everywhere you look it is likely mathematics has made an impact, from the faucet in your kitchen to the satellite that beams your television programs to your home. As such, great mathematicians are undoubtedly going to rise above the rest and have their name embedded within history. This list documents some such people. I have rated them based on contributions and how they effected mathematics at the time, as well as their lasting effect. I also suggest one looks deeper into the lives of these men, as they are truly fascinating people and their discoveries are astonishing – too much to include here. As always, such lists are highly subjective, and as such please include your own additions in the comments! 10 .Pythagoras of Samos Greek Mathematician Pythagoras is considered by some to ...

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10 Most Horrific Circus Accidents In History

Generations of children have enjoyed circuses; the death-defying acrobatics, wild animals, tight-rope-walkers and clowns team up to entertain, intrigue and dazzle the young crowd. However, the life of a circus performer is not all successful stunts and cheering children; as these ten circus accidents demonstrate, life in the ring has seen its fair share of death and destruction as well. 10 . Mary the Elephant We begin our list with a well-known tragedy—the execution of an elephant . On September 12, 1916, Mary trampled her handler Red Eldridge to death. There are various accounts of what led to the attack—from Eldridge prodding Mary with a stick and infuriating her, to speculation that she was simply bored. While Eldridge’s death was tragic and gruesome, Mary’s fate might be even more so. The people of Kingsport, Tennessee demanded retribution for Eldridge’s death, so it was decided that Mary would hang for her crime. On September 13, a crowd of 2,...

10 More Fascinatingly Rare Disorders

Humans are the product of millions of intricate processes that shape their lives from the moment of conception until their last breath. Most of the time these processes go on without a hitch, but other times they go awry. This list compiles some of the rarest and most bizarre disorders that afflict both infants and adults. 10 Epidermolysis Known as an incredibly rare birth defect, epidermolysis (also known as the Butterfly Disease) causes the skin to basically slough off when disturbed. Because of the skin’s fragility, it’s common for sufferers to be covered in painful blisters and open wounds. These wounds frequently become infected, filling with pus and mucus. The skin is so sensitive that even something as simple as a temperature change can cause debilitating damage. Children that suffer from the Butterfly Disease tend to look like burn victims because of their bodies’ inability to produce collagen . If this disease doesn’t a...

Top 10 Greatest Mathematicians

Often called the language of the universe, mathematics is fundamental to our understanding of the world and, as such, is vitally important in a modern society such as ours. Everywhere you look it is likely mathematics has made an impact, from the faucet in your kitchen to the satellite that beams your television programs to your home. As such, great mathematicians are undoubtedly going to rise above the rest and have their name embedded within history. This list documents some such people. I have rated them based on contributions and how they effected mathematics at the time, as well as their lasting effect. I also suggest one looks deeper into the lives of these men, as they are truly fascinating people and their discoveries are astonishing – too much to include here. As always, such lists are highly subjective, and as such please include your own additions in the comments! 10 .Pythagoras of Samos Greek Mathematician Pythagoras is considered by some to ...

10 Of The Deadliest Sieges In History

Sieges are an unavoidable part of warfare, as outnumbered forces are much more likely to be able to defend themselves from a fortified position. However, without proper supplies or adequate weaponry, the soldiers, as well as the civilians, can be slowly destroyed by starvation and disease. 10 Siege Of Szigetvár (1566) 33,000 Killed Szigetvár was a fortress on the eastern edge of what was the Holy Roman Empire, and was the scene of Suleiman the Magnificent’s last battle (he was already over 70 years old). With a force of a little less than 3,000 men, the governor of Croatia, Nikola Zrinski, defied the Ottoman orders to surrender, declaring that he would stand as the last defense for Vienna, even though he was outnumbered by about fifty to one. On August 6, the siege began and Suleiman threw his forces against the city, only to be repelled by the defenses. After a month of fighting, only 300 Croatian soldiers, along with their families, survived. Suleiman offered Zrin...

10 Controversial Cases Of Vigilante

Some of the most popular characters in fiction are individuals who take the law into their own hands. When the legal system isn’t working, it’s easy to identify with a heroic vigilante who decides to fight crime on their own and seek justice on those who have done wrong. However, in real life, the issue of vigilantism is a lot more complex. While some vigilantes are sympathetic figures, others go too far in their desire for revenge. In some cases, completely innocent people wind up losing their lives. Whatever the circumstances, whenever vigilantism takes place, it’s sure to be surrounded by controversy. 10 Bernhard Goetz Photo credit: University of Missouri-Kansas City One of the most popular vigilante films of all time is Death Wish . Charles Bronson plays an ordinary New Yorker who responds to his city’s escalating crime rate by shooting every mugger he encounters. On December 22, 1984, New York City was treated to a real-life Death Wish story after Be...

Medieval Catholic Churches Performed A Type Of Gay Marriage

“Not to know what happened before you were born is to remain forever a child.” — Cicero Gay marriage has long been a controversial topic, but it wasn’t always that way. Textual evidence from between the 8th and 16th centuries has shown that the Catholic Church not only felt that same-sex unions were all right, but performed the ceremonies. Texts refer to the ceremonies as “brotherment,” in which two men swear to share bread, wine, and purse for the rest of their lives. For those people who oppose the idea of gay marriage, it’s often the Catholic Church that gets summoned up to defend the idea that marriage should only be between a man and a woman. But texts and illustrations from the Middle Ages suggest that the church’s point of view on gay marriage used to be quite different than what it is today. There are numerous texts from between the 8th and 16th centuries that discuss ceremonies, called “brotherments,” in which two ...

Creepy Ghost Haunt Areas

While researching our book Haunted Asylums, Prisons, and Sanatoriums (available for purchase online—links in the bio blurb at the end), co-author Sam Queen and I had a wish list of the best ghost hunt locations in the United States. Due to budget and time constraints, not every location we wanted to visit could be included. Below, I list our top 10 picks for public ghost hunts that didn’t make the book. I would also encourage readers to explore the websites of each location to discover a variety of non-ghost hunting activities that might appeal to you. Very often, these locations are nonprofits operated by foundations for the purpose of conserving the historic buildings. An easy and worthwhile way for the public to lend their support is by taking a historic tour, photography tour, or attending a class offered at the facility. Now that I’ve said my piece, get your ghost gear strapped up and let’s go hunting! 10 Rolling Hills Asylum East Bethany, New York A former w...

Disney Movies With Horrible Origin

As many people know by now, some of Disney’s much loved animated musicals, beloved and enjoyed by so many happy little children for the past eighty years, have truly horrific origins involving rape, cannibalism, torture and other very nasty happenings. Some people believe Disney improved the original stories, making them more accessible and enjoyable to the general public, others are of the opinion that Disney mauled them, or at least failed completely to do them justice. Here are ten examples of some of the lesser-known origins of Disney’s movies, some going back in history to sources that many people are unaware of, others revealing origins that haven’t previously been discussed in such detail on the internet. Whatever your own personal opinions of these disturbing origins and Disney’s popular renditions of them, I hope you enjoy reading this list as much as I enjoyed writing it. 10 . Pinocchio: Corpses and Murder Original: Pinocchio Kills the Cricket, the ...

World's Friendliest Interogator Of Worl War II Was A Nazi

“Peace means far more than the opposite of war!” — Mister Rogers, The World According to Mister Rogers Hanns Scharff wasn’t your typical Nazi interrogator. Unlike the infamous Klaus Barbie, he didn’t believe in using physical violence. Instead, Scharff got prisoners to spill their secrets through trickery and kindness. When the Gestapo arrested French Resistance leader Jean Moulin, they used just about every method in the torturer’s handbook to make him talk. Officer Klaus Barbie and his secret policemen put hot needles under Moulin’s fingernails, tightened his handcuffs until his wrists snapped, and slammed a door on his hands until his fingers broke. Despite the brutal beatings, Moulin never cracked. He kept his mouth shut until he slipped into a coma and died. It was a tragic ending to a heroic life, and a strong indicator that Barbie’s methods, while bloody, weren’t all that effective. Perhaps if Moulin had been sent to Hanns Sc...

10 Mysterious Deaths Connected To The JFK Assassination

Probably the best known mystery surrounding Kennedy’s death is his missing brain . Not as well known are the mysterious deaths of many people connected to the assassination, eventually prompting the House Select Committee on Assassinations to look into possible foul play. After a cursory investigation, it found none. Of course, a mysterious death may or may not involve foul play. Here are accounts of 10 people who witnessed Kennedy’s actual assassination, or had pertinent knowledge of one or more people involved, and who died “untimely”—at least in some estimations. 10 .Jack Ruby We begin with Ruby, the only very famous entry, who murdered Lee Harvey Oswald on live TV just two days after Oswald had been arrested for killing Kennedy. When Kennedy was shot, Ruby was five blocks away from the Texas School Book Depository, distributing ads. He originally claimed to have shot Oswald in order to “redeem” Dallas and spare Jackie Kennedy the ago...

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