Shizo Kanakuri and the Longest Marathon in History
What’s the longest marathon time in history? If you guessed over 54 years, you’re right.
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Was Tug of War in the Olympics?
Has tug of war ever been in the Olympics? The answer might surprise you.
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“Dead Jockey Wins Race!”
Sweet Kiss crossed the finish line first at a 1923 race at Belmont Park. But when the jockey fell off dead, the horse became known as “Sweet Kiss of Death.”
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Abebe Bikila, The Barefoot Olympic Marathon Gold Medalist
Ethiopian runner Abebe Bikila never planned to run a marathon without shoes. And even barefoot, he made history.
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The History of the First Indy 500
In 1911, the Indianapolis Speedway set its longest race at 500 miles – because that’s how long a car could drive during daylight hours.
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Babe Ruth and the Called Shot Heard Round the World
Did Babe Ruth really call his shot? The slugger changed his story several times.
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Ettore Boiardi, the Immigrant Better Known as Chef Boyardee
Boiardi sold ravioli and spaghetti to Americans who’d never tasted Italian food.
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Gregor MacGregor and the Poyais Scam
A prince promised riches – but his tropical paradise was too good to be true.
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Vincenzo Peruggia, The Man Who Stole The Mona Lisa
He stole the most famous painting in the world –– and changed the course of history.
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Strange But True Christmas Trivia
Why do we have Christmas trees? Who invented the candy cane? And which fairytale was the first gingerbread house inspired by?
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