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I am the channel steward for History Mysteries, which offers a chance to explore unusual and unexplained events in history. The subjects are, to me, at least, fascinating and I invite you to visit History Mysteries. You might find a few surprises there. You

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Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Biography: John Simpson Chisum: 1 of 1
John Simpson Chisum was born into a wealthy family near Cloverpoint in Hardeman County, Tennessee on August 16, 1824. His parents were cousins, sharing the family name Chisum. John, his older sister and three younger brothers, spent their early years on his grandfather's plantation until 1837, when his parents moved with thei... More..
Arts & Humanities > Colonial & Early American History Biography: David Crockett: 1 of 1
There are many famous names connected with the great westward migration of settlers into the western wilderness of pioneer America. But none stand out in history quite like the legendary Davy Crockett.Growing Up in TennesseeDavid (Davy) Crockett was born in Greene County, Tennessee on August 17, 1786. He was the fifth of nine... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History James Bowie: Frontiersman and commander of the volunteer at the Alamo: 1 of 1
James (Jim) Bowie was best known during his lifetime for his knife, his quick temper, and his fearlessness. Then, at the famous Battle of the Alamo, he became a legend. Early Life Bowie was born near Spring Creek about nine miles northwest of Franklin, Kentucky, in 1796 to Reason (or Rezin) and his wife Elve Ap-Catesby Jones... More..
Arts & Humanities > Colonial & Early American History Biography: Ethan Allen: 1 of 1
Although he was born in Connecticut, it is in Vermont where Ethan Allen is honored as a favorite son. By the time he passed away at the age of 51, he had accomplished a great deal, including the famous capture of Fort Ticonderoga. But his dream of statehood for his beloved Vermont would not be realized until three years afte... More..
Arts & Humanities > Colonial & Early American History Biography: John Underhill: 1 of 1
John Underhill was born in England in 1609. His Puritan parents emigrated to the Netherlands, where his father served as a mercenary in the army of Philip William, Prince of Orange. John followed his father into the Dutch king's service and received his military training in the Dutch army. The Underhills were apparently well ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Origins & Firsts in History Stagecoach Mary Fields: First Woman entrepreneur and pioneer of the American West: 1 of 1
Mary Fields began her life as a slave. Later, in the Montana wilderness, she fought, drank, delivered mail through harsh winters, and ended up as a revered heroine to the people of Cascade, Montana. Her life was anything but ordinary. Born a Slave Mary Fields was born a slave in Hickman County, Tennessee, probably in 1832. I... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Jesse Chisholm: Founder of the Chisholm trail: 1 of 1
Trader Jesse Chisholm, half Scot and half Cherokee, successfully walked between both worlds, and in the process improved the lives of countless people. The founder of the famous Chisholm Trail, he served as a guide, an interpreter, and a diplomat, gaining a solid reputation among all parties for his fairness and sage advice.... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Biography: Stilicho: 1 of 1
Rome was a dying nation in the Fourth Century AD. Divided and beset by barbarian invaders, the old city's wealth and way of life were under constant threat. One man stood in the way of the hordes of invaders threatening Rome, and he was himself a Vandal. His name was Flavius Stilicho. Early Life Flavius Stilicho was born som... More..
Arts & Humanities > History Mysteries History mystery: Was Viracocha a man or a myth?: 1 of 1
Legends of culture-bringers are common in both North and South America. According to the stories, these men were strangers who came among the natives and taught them useful skills such as agriculture, masonry and architecture as well as a system of laws and moral codes. To the Inca of Peru, that culture hero was Viracocha. ... More..
Arts & Humanities > History Mysteries History mystery: Mysteries of Tiahuanaco: 1 of 1
High on the Bolivian Altiplano near Lake Titicaca lie the ruins of the once powerful trade and cultural center now known as Tiahuanaco. Its glorious past is still reflected in its stone monuments and great statues. But there are many unanswered questions about the city and the people who occupied it for more than a thousand ... More..