The story of William Buckley—an English convict whose daring escape from a penal colony and subsequent life in the uncharted Australian wilderness—is one of extraordinary survival and adaptability. In 1803, Buckley fled captivity near modern-day Melbourne and vanished into the bush, and was presumed dead. Yet, against all odds, he not only survived but thrived for more than three decades, living
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The Strange Death of James Price
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In the world of grand promises and bold claims, the line between confidence and deception can blur all too easily. What begins as ambition can quickly spiral into illusion, and the pressure to maintain appearances grows heavier with every passing moment. In 1783, James Price, a chemist and self-proclaimed alchemist, found himself in such a predicament. Trapped in a web of his own making, he chose
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The idea that humans could summon rain at will is historically rooted to superstition, until modern cloud-seeding techniques demonstrated its practical potential. But for centuries, rain making efforts were limited to shamanic rituals including prayers to weather gods, dances and sacrifices. It wasn’t until the late 19th century, that efforts at weather modification became more persuasive. In hi
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The Raising of Mary Rose
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The Mary Rose was a large warship in the Tudor Navy of King Henry VIII. She was the second most powerful ship in King Henry VIII’s fleet and a favourite of the king. For three decades she participated in several wars against France, Scotland, and Brittany, until her sinking in 1545 during the Battle of the Solent off the south coast of England. Almost all of the Mary Rose crew, up to 500 men, dro
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Australian Iron Man: Ned Kelly’s Final Standoff
Posted by runbholarun 18 days ago (http://www.amusingplanet.com)
Throughout history, many outlaws have gained fame for their exploits, often becoming romanticized figures in folklore, literature, and film despite their criminal activities. Figures like Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Butch Cassidy, and Bonnie and Clyde have achieved legendary status as symbols of rebellion. While the American Old West produced some of the most famous outlaws, the concept of bandit
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World War II led to the creation of some truly bizarre and unconventional aircraft as nations scrambled to gain a technological edge. Among the strangest was the Bachem Ba 349 Natter. Named after a snake, the Natter was a rocket-powered interceptor designed for vertical takeoff, much like the infamous V-2 missile. Once airborne, the pilot would guide it toward a formation of American bombers and
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Richard of Pudlicott’s Audacious Heist of The King’s Treasury
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In April 1303, one of the most daring burglaries in English history took place within the walls of Westminster Abbey. Thieves broke into the treasury of King Edward I’s Wardrobe and made off with nearly a year’s worth of tax revenue collected over the entire Kingdom of England. At the time, the King and most of his forces were away waging war in Scotland, leaving the royal coffers seemingly secur
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James Tilly Matthews And The Air Loom
Posted by runbholarun 18 days ago (http://www.amusingplanet.com)
James Tilly Matthews was delusional. He believed that secret gangs of people were operating across London, using a bizarre machine called the "Air Loom" to control his thoughts and those of others from a distance. According to Matthews, this device emitted "magnetic fluids" to manipulate minds and was being wielded by spies to influence political decisions. Matthews’ paranoia
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Étienne Léopold Trouvelot left behind two legacies. One deserves admiration and respect, while the other earns him contempt and criticism. As an amateur French entomologist, his most infamous mistake was introducing the spongy moth to North America, an invasive species that continues to wreak havoc on forests to this day. Fortunately, Trouvelot was also an artist and astronomer, whose mastery of
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Smile of Silla: The Ancient Artifact That Inspired LG’s Logo
Posted by runbholarun 18 days ago (http://www.amusingplanet.com)
Like all business and corporations, LG—the South Korean multinational conglomerate, best known for their electronic products and household appliances—takes pride in its logo. “Full of personality, our smiling logo signals humanity and intelligence. We always use it with confidence. It's what makes us feel uniquely LG,” the company declares on its corporate website. The familiar ruby-red lo
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