This Grandfather of a US President Made His Fortune Illegally in Prostitution and Gambling
Born in the small Bavarian town of Kallstadt, modern-day Germany, Friedrich was the son of Christian and Katharina. Kallstadt at […]
History
Welcome to the History category of Threw the Looking Glass! Our articles explore the past, from ancient civilizations to modern-day events, providing insights and stories that bring history to life. Join us for a journey through time and discover new perspectives on the world around us.
The Telegram That Saved the World
January of 1917 was a tumultuous time, to say the least. America had not yet joined the war. Germany and
The Greatest Beer Run in History
John “Chickie” Donohue had already served his time in the U.S. Marines during the early stages of the Vietnam War.
Shocking Origins of 5 Famous Nursery Rhymes
We fondly remember nursery rhymes from our childhood. I’m sure you can even recall most of them by heart, or
The Principality of Sealand: The Incredibly Strange Story Behind the Micronation
The application of international waters can be a tricky subject. For most countries, the general rule of thumb is a
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7 Somewhat Amusing Things You Didn’t Know About the British Royalty
I’m sure many of you are sick of hearing about Queen Elizabeth’s passing. Too bad. Here are 7 fun, strange,
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What Year is it? The World’s Different Calendars and Years
“Don’t just count your years, make your years count.” — George Meredith Time is a wonderful thing. Some people don’t think it
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Halloween: Everything You Wanted to Know About the Spooky Holiday
A few years ago, I was driving to a business meeting with a French colleague when I asked her what
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The Insane Capitalist Planned City That Never Came to Fruition: Principality of New Utopia
“Give me liberty, or give me death!” — Patrick Henry Are you an aging ultra-libertarian who recently came across the wonderdrug called
The Largest Volcanic Eruption in History Almost Wiped Out the Human Race
There’s something positively rapturing about volcanoes. They’re mysterious. They’re glorious to observe from a safe distance. They’re an ancient ominous
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