Docendo Discimus
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On February 12, 1994, the art world was rocked by the audacious theft of one of its most iconic and valuable masterpieces, Edvard Munch's "The Scream." This event not only marked a significant moment in the history of art theft but also highlighted the vulnerabilities in the security of art institutions worldwide. The theft occurred... Continue Reading →
Frank Steunenberg, born in 1861, entered the political arena with a reputation as a man of the people, advocating for labor rights and education reform. His political ascent culminated in his election as Governor of Idaho from 1897 to 1901. During his tenure, Steunenberg was known for his progressive policies, including his support for silver... Continue Reading →
The tragic killing of Dallas Police Officer J.D. Tippit in the wake of President Kennedy's assassination in 1963 remains a somber chapter in American history. It reflects not only the personal loss of a dedicated officer but also the intense, chaotic manhunt for Lee Harvey Oswald, who was suspected in both killings. Officer J.D. Tippit,... Continue Reading →
The annals of British crime history are punctuated by characters both vile and audacious. Among them, Dr. Hawley Harvey Crippen, often simply known as "Dr. Crippen," stands out not just for the crime he committed but for the subsequent chase that enthralled a nation and led to one of the most significant arrests in early... Continue Reading →
Stanislaw Ketchel, better known in boxing circles as “Stanley Ketchel,” remains one of the most captivating figures in the annals of pugilism. Born on September 14, 1886, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Polish immigrants, Ketchel's journey from his humble beginnings to the pantheon of boxing greats is a tale steeped in both inspiration and tragedy.... Continue Reading →
In the late summer of 2009, I was the Afternoon Drive Talk show host for KFIV (Afternoons Live) in Modesto, CA. When the news broke late on August 26, 2009, I was on the air and it was literally replaced the death of Ted Kennedy as the talk of everything. For days. As I recall... Continue Reading →
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