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5 Famous Events in History That Never Really Happened

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5 Famous Events in History That Never Really Happened

Most of us weren't in the room for history's most famous happenings. That means it just takes one slip-up or folktale — whether because of an overzealous biographer, a creative retelling, propaganda, or just a story that's easy to latch on to — to create a whole new version of events.

7 Little-Known Historical Figures Who Made a Big Impact

For every famous name, there are dozens of deserving personalities who have been forgotten. Here's a handful of influential figures who have affected our lives in ways big and small, from the inventor of Duct tape to one of the world's first pop music stars.

6 Forgotten Pieces of U.S. Currency

The currency we're most used to seeing today wasn't always the most common, and the U.S. has produced many now-rare forms of money throughout its financial history. Here are six examples.