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How Did Queen Victoria Survive 7 Serious Death Threats? (Video)
Throughout her extensive reign, Queen Victoria valiantly overcame seven assassination attempts, demonstrating remarkable fortitude. Faced…
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In 1803, the Louisiana Purchase doubled the United States’ size, prompting President Jefferson to dispatch…
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The state of King Tut’s burial chamber raised concerns in 2012, and these prompted conservationist…