Recently, on Reddit, users shared historical facts that are so bizarre they sound fake but are actually true. These facts range from disturbing to implausible, shedding light on some of the weirdest events in history.
For instance, the recording of the Rodney King beating was a stroke of luck, as the cameraman was actually trying to capture a scene for Terminator 2. The full recording even features Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Star Trek played a role in a significant political event when Jack Ryan’s marital issues, linked to his wife’s role in the series, led to his withdrawal from a Senate race, paving the way for Barack Obama’s victory.
A Japanese man, Tsutomu Yamaguchi, miraculously survived both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, a rare feat recognized by the Japanese government.
Former President Jimmy Carter, known for his longevity and marriage, once lost the nuclear codes, a mishap shared with Bill Clinton during their presidencies.
The overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy and the subsequent annexation by the US was orchestrated by Sanford B. Dole, a businessman seeking personal gain in the sugar industry.
In the 16th and 17th centuries, Europeans consumed medicines made from mummies, leading to the scarcity of mummies in museums today.
During WWI, ice cream was used to boost Navy morale, becoming a significant obsession even after Prohibition ended.
Lead emissions from gasoline in the mid-20th century have been linked to a rise in violent crime, suggesting a correlation between lead exposure and criminal behavior.
Native populations in the Americas faced devastation from diseases before settlers arrived, leaving behind cultivated lands with wiped-out societies.
Spanish explorer Francisco de Orellana’s claims of prosperous civilizations along the Amazon River have sparked debate, with new evidence supporting his assertions.
Lobotomies, popularized by Walter Freeman, were performed in vans without anesthesia, leading to tragic outcomes, including the lobotomy of President JFK’s sister, Rosemary Kennedy.
Chemical conglomerate IG Farben, later known as Bayer, manufactured gas for Holocaust gas chambers, reflecting a dark chapter in the company’s history.
The use of meth in WWII Germany contributed to the success of the Blitzkrieg campaign, with soldiers reportedly benefiting from the drug’s effects.
The CIA’s MK-ULTRA project delved into mind control experiments using LSD and electroshock on unwitting subjects, with tragic consequences including deaths and cover-ups.
Human zoos existed in the US and other countries, showcasing Indigenous peoples in degrading exhibits, reminiscent of past atrocities.
Lost nuclear weapons in seas worldwide pose ongoing risks, with some deemed too dangerous to recover, highlighting the enduring consequences of nuclear accidents.
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