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From Human Skulls to Handguns, the Paris Lost and Found Has Seen It All
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Human skulls, a Napoleonic-era saber, decades-old prosthetic legs and a telescope from Victorian England - they all live on the shelves of the Bureau of Found Objects in Paris, France.
Spring Heeled Jack
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Spring Heeled Jack is a legendary English character, a Victorian-era murderer. Read why some think Spring Heeled Jack may have been an alien humanoid.
The Spider Named After David Bowie (And It's From Malaysia, Not Mars)
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The Heteropoda davidbowie's name comes from its colorful resemblance to early-'70s-era David Bowie. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Gertrude Bell Was Victorian England's 'Female Lawrence of Arabia'
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An intrepid world traveler, skilled mountaineer and noted archaeologist, Gertrude Bell broke all the rules at a time when women lived under the oppressive thumb of Victorian-era England.
1941-1948 Ford Super DeLuxe
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The 1941-1948 Ford Super DeLuxe was a popular and attractive line that saved Ford Motor Company during the strife-filled World War II era. Read more.
Can You Name These Ugly Cars from the '80s?
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Think you know your automobile makes and models? These vehicles debuted during the era of Punky Brewster, Pacman and power suits. Test your knowledge of these ugly cars from the 1980s!
How Well Do You Know Your '80s Wrestling Trivia?
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There are few decades in the history of the wrestling industry that have seen the business expand quite like it did in the '80s. Here's your chance to see if you remember the most significant events of the era.
In Which Century Do You Belong?
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The modern era has plenty of advantages, but it's not for everyone. Some of us belong in the past - but when, exactly? Take this quiz to find out just what century would suit you best!
Why Was Phrenology All the Rage in Victorian Times?
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Phrenology, the belief that you could determine personality from the shape of someone's skull, was so popular in the Victorian era that phrenology parlors sprang up all over Europe and America. But the trend was soon debunked.
What the Stuff?!: 5 Ridiculous Victorian Etiquette Rules
These 5 Victorian customs might seem crazy by the standards of many cultures today!