Tag Archives: History
17 Heart-Wrenching Donner Party Facts
When a group of different families came together and decided to migrate to California in 1846, they didn’t know the journey would take a year, and some would tragically die along the way. They suffered the wrath of harsh weather conditions, diseases, starvation, and endless walks. Here, we look at some heart-wrenching Donner Party facts.…… Read More »
15 Surprising Great Irish Famine Facts
Did you know that a lack of food wasn’t the real reason for most of the past historical famines? In most cases, bad government policies (sometimes deliberate) contributed to the people’s suffering. A perfect example is the Great Irish Famine, which saw millions of people displaced and an unknown number dead. Here are some heart-wrenching…… Read More »
