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Napolean’s future hung in the balance at the Battle of Marengo — Napoleon Bonaparte had just become the ruler of France by coup, and his rivals hoped he would find defeat at the hands of the Austrians, so they approved his ambitious campaign over the Alps. At one point during the Battle of Marengo, the fighting was going so poorly for Napoleon’s…

The Jessica McClure rescue and its impacts — On October 14, 1987, an 18-month-old girl named Jessica McClure tragically fell into an abandoned well in Midland, Texas. She fell 22 feet, and because the well was only 8 inches in diameter, she became stuck. The incident quickly garnered national attention, becoming an instant major news story. For 58…

On Tuesday, February 9, 1864, Senator Charles Sumner of Massachusetts slowly but proudly rose to speak on the same issue in the same chamber where he had been mercilessly beaten within a breath of his life only a few years prior. His powerful and passionate speech calling for the end…

How two researchers started the artificial intelligence revolution. — When we think of artificial intelligence (AI), we often think of today’s cutting-edge technology and research. But have you ever wondered about the pioneers who laid the foundation for this field? Allen Newell and Herbert A. Simon, two researchers at the RAND Corporation in the 1950s and 60s, revolutionized the…

The key to unlocking their true potential — My brother-in-law recently came over and sang the praises of potatoes as a super-satiating. He explained how they’d been unfairly stigmatized as unhealthy, and as he spoke, I couldn’t help but notice that he seemed pretty hungry. So, I offered him some leftover french fries from the fridge. He gladly…

Death, disease, and war plagued his childhood. — Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States, was known for his tough and ruthless leadership style, but few know about the brutal childhood he endured. He was born into poverty in the backwoods of South Carolina, and his entire family died before his 15th birthday. Andrew Jackson by…

A guide to achieving financial success in eight steps. — Many people share a dream of becoming rich, but let’s face it, most of us are just too lazy to do the work. But fear not! With a little bit of effort and a dash of good luck, anyone can work towards achieving financial success, even if you’re the type…

Remembering a Memorable Moment in Political History — It was a beautiful summer day in Vermont. A crowd of excited Vermonters gathered to support their Governor Howard Dean, as he prepared to declare his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. A sea of “Howard Dean for America” signs waved in the air as…

In the late Han dynasty, two powerful warlords emerged, and their rivalry shaped the course of Chinese history. The Emperor was powerless and had little control over the warlords who held power in different regions of the country. As a result, many jockeyed for influence and power, but Cao Cao…