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Readers will be amazed to learn the history of how potato chips were invented and why pirates really wore eye patches! With dozens of fascinating images and fun trivia facts, The World’s Wackiest History provides young readers an interesting look into strange and little-known events through history.
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Richard Watson
Chris Forest has been an author for nearly 20 years. He has written numerous newspaper articles, educational workbooks, and nonfiction books for audiences of all ages.
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The World's Wackiest History - Richard Watson
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Weird and Wacky History
Uncanny Coincidences
Curious Customs
All About the Timing
Wacky Tales of Discovery
The Truth Behind the Story
Strange, but True
Glossary
Read More
Internet Sites
Index
WEIRD AND WACKY HISTORY
Have you heard about how potato chips were invented? Do you know the reason why people drive on the right side of the road? And did you know that many important medical discoveries were the result of lucky accidents?
History books are filled with important people and events. People often know the details about major wars or great leaders by heart. But history is filled with many little-known facts that aren’t taught in schools. Strange customs, crazy coincidences, and uncanny tales often don’t make it into history textbooks.
coincidence—something that happens accidentally at the same time as something else
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
For example, you may know that Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States. But here’s something you may not know. As a young man, Lincoln was a champion wrestler! In about 300 matches, only one man was ever able to defeat him. Lincoln even holds an honorary position in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame!
Events like these and many others are all part of hidden history. These stories often startle people or make
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