THE FALL OF THE VIKINGS

The Fall of the Vikings

As the winds of change swept across historic Europe, so too did the fate of the mighty Northmen begin to wane. extensive raids and conquests which previously dominated the seas gradually became less frequent. A myriad of factors converged to bring about this fall. Internal strife within the Viking clans fractured their unity, while the growing str

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A Sticky Disaster: The Molasses Flood

On January 15th, 1920, a horrifying disaster struck Boston's North End. A massive structure containing nearly 2.3 million gallons of molasses burst. The sticky goo surged through the streets like a tidal wave, obliterating everything in its path. Scores of people were killed, and many more suffered wounds. Buildings were crushed, and the stench of

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