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The Legend of La Llorona
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations. This female ghost wanders in the darkness, crying as she searches for her children--the children she murdered. Some even say that she will capture other kids in...
Curated Video
The Origins and Confusing Names of the Turkey
In this video, the speaker explores the origins of the name "Turkey" for the bird native to North America. They explain that the name originated from a misidentification of the bird by Europeans who imported a different bird called the...
Weird History
Discovery of the Aztec Emperor's Tomb
The Templo Mayor excavation in present-day Mexico City has unearthed an exciting site; in March 2019, archaeologists found a cache of sacrifices and offerings that may indicate the burial of royalty. The trove was discovered near the...
PBS
Pbs: Nova: Ice Mummies: The Lost Inca Empire
Explores what is known about the "Land of the Four Quarters" and the achievements of the Inca empire, their religious rituals, high altitude archaeology, and burial artifacts.
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Shmoop: Spanish Conquistadors
The Spanish Conquistadors were explorers and military leaders who conquered new lands for Spain. Find out how their adventures gave birth to the modern world. [2:02]