Phil Connelly

Born on April 18, 1898, in Mount Vernon, New York, Kellogg's interest in animal behavior and psychology led him to undertake a groundbreaking and controversial experiment that would become one of the most famous studies in the history of psychology.

First encountered by European sailors in the late 16th century, the dodo quickly became a subject of fascination and, eventually, a symbol of extinction due to human activities.

The tongue twister "She sells seashells by the seashore" is often connected to Mary Anning, a pioneering fossil collector and paleontologist from Lyme Regis in Dorset, England.

Baby cages, also known as "baby balconies," were an intriguing and controversial invention from the 1930s and 1940s, primarily found in urban settings.

Political conventions have a rich history in the United States, evolving from informal gatherings to highly orchestrated events that are central to the American electoral process. Here's an overview of the history of political conventions:

In 1903, legendary sharpshooter Annie Oakley found herself ensnared in a scandal that threatened to tarnish her reputation — a false accusation of drug use. This incident stands as a testament to the power of sensationalism in the media and the lengths to which Oakley went to defend her honor.

Arthur Priest, a British stoker, earned an almost mythical status for his extraordinary ability to survive a series of shipwrecks during the early 20th century. Known as the “unsinkable stoker,” Priest's story is a remarkable testament to both his personal resilience and the perilous nature of maritime travel in that era.

Thomas Sawyer, better known as the real Tom Sawyer, was a man of remarkable courage and character who made his mark as a local hero in 19th-century San Francisco. His life and deeds would go on to inspire one of the most beloved characters in American literature — Tom Sawyer, the protagonist of Mark Twain's classic novel "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." While the fictional Tom Sawyer is a playful, mischievous boy, the real Thomas Sawyer was a man who exemplified bravery and selflessness, particularly through a heroic act that left an indelible impression on his community and, indirectly, on the world of literature.

Charles Marion Russell, often called Charlie Russell, is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the American West. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, he left home at 16 to pursue his dream of living in the West, arriving in Montana in 1880. His early years were spent as a ranch hand and cowboy, where he immersed himself in the lifestyle that would later become the foundation of his artistic legacy. Russell's firsthand experiences with the land, wildlife, and people of the West allowed him to depict his subjects with an unparalleled level of detail and authenticity.

The CIA's “Acoustic Kitty” experiment is one of the most bizarre and controversial espionage programs in the agency's history. Initiated during the Cold War, the program aimed to turn cats into mobile listening devices, equipped with microphones and antennas, to spy on Soviet agents.