Curious Historian

Jun 24, 2024 | curioushistorian.com | Sarah Norman

Jason C. Hubbard Collection Dr. Tanaka's investigation unveiled a significant discrepancy regarding the purported locations of "Haratono-hama" and "Harayadori." It became evident that these place names were fabrications introduced to lend an air of credibility to the anecdote. The narrative suggested that these coastal areas belonged to a Daimyō named Ogasawara Nagashige, who lived during the Edo period.

Jun 11, 2024 | curioushistorian.com | Sarah Norman

Goldfinger is number one with a bullet Rotten Tomatoes or not. This is the movie where the concept of 007 on-screen coalesced into the character we know today. He's sexy, his villain (Goldfinger) is over the top, and it contains quite possibly one of the most famous lines in cinema history - "A martini. Shaken, not stirred."The film also has cool gadgets, ridiculous double-crosses, and an insane final fight that every Bond film that followed would try to emulate in one way or another.

Jun 4, 2024 | curioushistorian.com | Sarah Norman

The saying goes that a picture is worth a thousand words, and when it comes to these breathtaking historical photos, that couldn't be more true. These stunning images capture a moment in time, bringing the past into focus and allowing us to see the world as it once was. Whether it's a glimpse of a long-gone cityscape or a candid snapshot of a famous figure, each photo offers a unique perspective on history.

May 30, 2024 | curioushistorian.com | Sarah Norman

Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic frontman of Black Sabbath and successful solo artist, has lived a life that's as wild as the music he's known for. From drug-fueled exploits with rock royalty like Motley Crue and Van Halen to wanton destruction of hotel rooms and national monuments, Ozzy has been at the center of some of the most outlandish stories in rock 'n' roll history. Now, in this gallery of Ozzy's craziest moments, we invite you to delve deeper into the mythos of this larger-than-life figure.

May 26, 2024 | curioushistorian.com | Sarah Norman

The faces of the groovy era you will see in this collection of photographs are nostalgic, inspiring, and intriguing. Behind their very public lives were real people with lives that were filled with excitement, heartache, highs, and lows. As you scroll through these slides and learn about the actors, singers, models, and other celebrities of the 1950s. 1960s. 1970s, and beyond, you will appreciate the achievements and contributions they made to our pop culture.