Tell me some little known true stories.
Here's another. There was a small town in the 19th century where a group of miners discovered a large cave filled with strange, glowing crystals. They kept it a secret for a while because they were afraid others would take over their find. Eventually, word got out, but it's not a widely known story. The crystals were a unique geological discovery that scientists are still studying today.
A little known true story is that of the first African - American female aviator, Bessie Coleman. She had to go to France to learn to fly because in the United States at that time, flight schools wouldn't accept her due to her race and gender. She became an amazing pilot and returned to the US to inspire others, but her story is not as well - known as it should be.
One little known true story is about the female code breakers in World War II. While the men were often in the spotlight for code - breaking efforts like at Bletchley Park, there were also many women who played crucial but unacknowledged roles. They worked long hours decrypting messages, which had a significant impact on the war's outcome. Their work remained a secret for a long time.
Tell me some little known true crime stories.
One little known true crime story is the case of the Axeman of New Orleans. In the early 1900s, a serial killer terrorized the city. He would break into homes at night and attack victims with an axe. What made it really strange was that he sent letters to the newspapers, taunting the police and the public. Another is the Hall - Mills murder case. A minister and a choir singer were found brutally murdered in a field. The case was full of scandal and mystery as there were rumors of affairs and cover - ups.
Tell me some little known history stories.
One little known history story is about the female warriors of Dahomey. In the 17th - 19th centuries in West Africa, the Kingdom of Dahomey had an all - female military unit. These women were highly trained in combat and played significant roles in battles and the defense of their kingdom. They were known for their fierceness and skill, which was quite remarkable considering the predominantly male - dominated military history in many parts of the world.
Tell me some little known ghost stories.
One little known ghost story is about the Lady in White at the old abandoned asylum. Legend has it that she was a patient who died under mysterious circumstances. People claim to see her wandering the halls at night, her white dress billowing as she moves silently. She seems to be searching for something, perhaps the truth about her death.
Tell me some little known prohibition stories.
There was a prohibition - era story of a traveling salesman. He sold various items like pots and pans. But secretly, he also carried a small stash of fine European wines. He would only offer them to his most trusted customers. These were people who were longing for a taste of the good old days before prohibition. He would tell them stories about the vineyards where the wine came from as he poured them a glass. Since he was constantly on the move, his little operation remained largely unknown.
Tell me some little known WW2 stories.
One little known story is about the Navajo code talkers. The Navajo language was used as a secret code by the Marines. The Japanese were never able to break it. It was a very effective way of communication during battles.
Tell me some little known Christmas stories.
One little known Christmas story is about the Christmas pickle. In German tradition, a pickle is hidden on the Christmas tree. The first child to find it on Christmas morning gets an extra present or is said to have a year of good luck.
Tell me some little known princess stories.
There is the story of Princess Tarakanova. She was a claimant to the Russian throne. Legend has it that she was imprisoned in the Peter and Paul Fortress. When a flood came, she was supposedly trapped in a cell and died as the water rose. However, the exact details of her life are clouded in mystery, and her story has become a symbol of the drama and intrigue surrounding the Russian court.
Tell me some little known horror stories.
A lesser - known horror story involves a cursed painting. There was a portrait that seemed to have a strange effect on those who looked at it for too long. Viewers would start to feel a sense of dread and unease, and some claimed to see the figure in the painting move slightly out of the corner of their eyes. Also, there's the story of the Black Shuck. It's a spectral black dog in English folklore. It was often seen as an omen of death, and those who encountered it in the dark lanes would be filled with a primal fear.
Tell me some little known scary stories.
One little known scary story is about the 'The Vanishing Hitchhiker'. A driver picks up a hitchhiker on a lonely road. The hitchhiker gives an address but when they arrive, the hitchhiker has disappeared. Later, the driver discovers that the address was that of a cemetery, and the hitchhiker had died years ago in an accident on that very road.
Tell me some little known sports cheating stories.
In a small - scale sailing race, a team secretly used a device to give them an unfair advantage in wind direction sensing. This device was hidden in the hull of the boat. Also, in a horse - riding event, a rider used a mild stimulant on their horse without getting caught initially. The horse seemed more energetic than normal, which raised suspicions later on.