How the ordinary women of Fishguard, Wales, foiled the last invasion of mainland Britain
The Battle of Castle Itter
The only recorded battle where US and German soldiers fought together on the same side against SS troops
Houska Castle
This strangely constructed castle is said to contain a gateway to hell
The Nome Serum Run
Also known as the Great Race of Mercy, the Nome serum run was a dog sled relay over nearly 700…
The Texas City Disaster
The deadliest industrial accident in US history, the incident now known as the Texas City Disaster killed at least 581…
The Demon Core
Responsible for at least two deaths, and arguably up to six, this plutonium bomb core has been nicknamed the ‘demon core’
Franklin’s Lost Expedition
Two ships and 129 men set out to find the fabled Northwest Passage before disappearing.
The Disappearance Atsumi Yoshikubo
Walking off alone into the Canadian wilderness, did a Japanese tourist intend to take her own life?
The Bunyip
Appearing frequently in Aboriginal Australian folklore, bunyips are generally described as dangerous, water-dwelling carnivores that prey on the unwary
The Disappearance of Lars Mittank
After his disappearance in 2014, German tourist Lars Mittank became one of the most famous missing persons cases worldwide after his final known movements were captured on CCTV
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