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Top 10 Fashion Facts That Historical Fiction Leaves Out

Historical fiction always leaves these fashion facts out. Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the fashion details that historical movies and shows get wrong.

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10 BIGGEST Historical Inaccuracies in Vikings

So, what about those horned helmets? Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the events, details, and facts that the pseudo-historical series “Vikings” gets incorrect.

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10 Historical Events That Happened on Leap Day

These historical events came to pass on the rarest of days. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re taking a look at major events that occurred on February 29, that extra day that comes but once every four years.

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Top 10 Actors Who Looked Exactly Like the Historical Figures They Played

Long lost relatives? Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the performers who bore an uncanny resemblance to the real-life people they played in historical movies.

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Top 10 Historical Figures You Didn't Know Got ARRESTED

You'll be shocked when you learn which historical figures got in trouble with the law. For this list, we’ll be looking at historical figures that you may or may not know were arrested at some point.

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Top 10 Important Historical Events You've Never Heard Of

History class didn't teach you everything! Join us as we explore fascinating historical moments that somehow slipped through the cracks. From forgotten revolutions to overlooked scientific breakthroughs, these pivotal events shaped our world but rarely make the textbooks. Which of these historical blind spots surprised you the most?

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Top 30 Greatest Historical Mysteries

From phantom ships to vanished civilizations, history is filled with puzzling enigmas that have finally been solved! Join us as we count down our picks for the greatest historical mysteries that once baffled experts but have now been explained. Our countdown includes the truth about Anastasia, what really happened at Tunguska, how the pyramids were built, and more!

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Top 20 Creepiest Historical Mysteries That Have Been SOLVED

History's darkest puzzles have finally been cracked! Join us as we count down our picks for the creepiest historical mysteries that science and research have finally solved. From ancient shark attack victims to vanishing cities, these once-baffling enigmas kept investigators guessing for decades—sometimes centuries—before modern technology revealed their secrets.

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Top 20 Historical Inaccuracies People Think Are TRUE

History isn't always what you learned in school... Join us as we debunk popular historical myths that many people still believe! From pyramid builders to Revolutionary War heroes, we're separating historical fact from fiction. Did Einstein really fail math? Were the Salem witches burned at the stake? Time to set the record straight!

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10 Times Assassin's Creed MADE FUN Of Historical Figures

History gets the comedic treatment in this franchise! Join us as we explore how Assassin's Creed turned legendary figures into sources of entertainment. From Julius Caesar's arrogant portrayal to Benjamin Franklin's lecherous tendencies, these games took creative liberties with historical accuracy for laughs and drama.

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Top 50 Historical Mysteries That Have Been SOLVED

From ancient codes and cryptic relics to vanished civilizations, history is full of mysteries that have captivated our imagination for generations. Join us as we explore 50 historical puzzles that have finally been cracked! Our countdown includes the Antikythera Mechanism, the secrets of Roman concrete, the truth behind the Bermuda Triangle, the fate of Anastasia Romanov, and so much more. Which solved mystery surprised you the most?

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10 Historical Figures With Horrifying Secrets

Behind the polished facades of famous historical figures lie disturbing secrets that will shock you. Join us as we unveil the darkest shadows hiding beneath celebrated legacies. Our countdown includes Charles Dickens' disturbing "pranks," King Edward VIII's Nazi sympathies, JFK's numerous affairs, and more! Which historical figure's secret surprised you most? Let us know in the comments!

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30 Infamous Historical Executions

From political power plays to religious persecution, history's darkest moments often culminated at the executioner's block. Join us as we examine the most notorious state-sanctioned deaths that shaped our world! Our countdown includes Socrates, Mary Queen of Scots, Louis XVI, the Romanovs, Mata Hari, and more! Which execution do you think had the greatest historical impact? Let us know in the comments!

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Top 20 Historical Events School Doesn't Teach You About

Discover the untold chapters of our past! Join us as we explore historical events that often go unmentioned in classrooms. From rebellions and massacres to revolutionary movements and social justice turning points, these stories have shaped our world yet remain largely overlooked in standard education. Which of these historical blindspots surprised you most?

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Top 50 Historical Objects RUINED by Morons

From ancient wonders to priceless treasures, human carelessness has left its destructive mark throughout history. Join us as we explore historical artifacts and sites that fell victim to vandalism, theft, and sheer ignorance. From ISIS destroying ancient temples to tourists damaging statues for selfies, these stories of irreplaceable heritage being ruined will make any history lover cringe!

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