Adam Worth, an American who served in the Union Army during the US Civil War, later embarked on a criminal career in Europe. Garnering the moniker “the Napoleon of Crime,” he became the basis for Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary character, Professor James Moriarty, Sherlock Holmes’ archenemy. Notably, Worth organized and led a network of… Read More »
Confederados is a population of 260,000 descendants of Southern US expatriates who fled to Brazil after the Civil War. They host an annual festival that includes fried chicken and Confederate flags and uniforms. The post Confederados is a population of 260,000 descendants… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source
During the American Civil War a Confederate ship harbored in Australia for repairs – 18 Confederates deserted to Australia and 42 Australians joined as stowaways, effectively becoming Confederates until the end of Civil War. The post During the American Civil War a Confederate… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source
During the Civil war, the basement of the Capitol building was converted into a bakery to feed the troops. There were about 20 ovens that produced 1000 loaves a day. Each ration included two slices of freshly baked bread, some meat and coffee or soup. The post During the Civil war, the basement of… appeared… Read More »
