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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 27m

In 1834, a Danish nobleman “married” his fiancée’s corpse after she died suddenly — complete with a priest, guests, and a coffin at the altar. Grief? Romance? Or Europe’s darkest wedding? 💔⚰️ #History #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 5h

In 1858, London’s Thames turned into a river of raw sewage during a heatwave. The smell was so vile Parliament had to flee. Out of the stench came progress: modern sanitation. Victorian England was literally saved by its nose. 💩🌞 #History #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 11h

In 1618, Czech nobles threw two imperial officials out a third-story window in Prague — and started the Thirty Years’ War. They survived the fall, supposedly landing in a pile of manure. History’s messiest soft landing. 💩🪟 #History #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 17h

In 1492, a meteorite crashed near Rome. Locals panicked — but Pope Innocent VIII blessed it, declaring it a sign of God’s power. It’s still in the Vatican collection. The Church literally has a pet space rock. ☄️🙏 #History #StrangeButTrue

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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 19h

Witness the harrowing story of the 2007 Karsaz bombing. Benazir Bhutto's return to Pakistan turned into a nightmare of terror, claiming over 180 lives. Uncover the events, the impact, and the lingering questions surrounding this tragic day that reshaped a nation.

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 21h

Napoleon once faced a rabbit uprising. His staff released hundreds of bunnies for a friendly hunt — but they charged at the emperor instead of fleeing. He had to retreat. France’s smallest rebellion. 🐇⚔️ #History #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 1d

In 1919, a massive molasses tank burst in Boston, sending a 35 mph wave of syrup through the streets. 21 people died, and everything stuck for weeks. The air smelled sweet for decades. 🍯💀 #History #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 1d

In 1518, hundreds in Strasbourg began dancing uncontrollably — some for days, some to death. Officials built a stage and hired musicians to “help.” It didn’t. Possibly ergot poisoning. Possibly mass hysteria. Definitely history’s worst rave. 💃🔥 #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 1d

In 1474, the town of Basel, Switzerland, put a rooster on trial. His crime? Laying an egg — a sure sign, people thought, of Satanic activity.
The logic went: roosters don’t lay eggs; therefore, this must be the Devil’s doing.
So they hauled the poor bird before a judge, and sentenced it to death,

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 1d

A birthday party turned deadly. Uncover the chilling case of Tracey Antoinette Van Dungey, whose violent past led to murder. Tune into The Calendar of Crime on youtube youtu.be/R_W0kvNhP9U .. #TrueCrime #CalendarOfCrime #MurderMystery

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 1d

Oregon, 1970: a dead whale washed ashore. Officials used dynamite to dispose of it. The explosion showered the town with flying blubber and crushed cars. Nature’s worst confetti. 🐋💥 #History #StrangeButTrue

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 2d

On October 16, 1991, the Luby's Cafeteria in Killeen, Texas, became the site of one of America's deadliest mass shootings. This episode of Calendar of Crime delves into the tragic events, the perpetrator George Hennard, the victims, and the profound impact on gun control debates.

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 2d

Before founding Scientology, L. Ron Hubbard commanded a WWII naval ship — and managed to wage war on… a submerged log. Later, he shelled Mexican territory by mistake. The Navy politely suggested he find a new career. ⚓🤦♂️ #History #LronHubbard

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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 2d

Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein, kept her late husband Percy Bysshe Shelley’s calcified heart wrapped in silk and carried it with her for years. Turns out she really did have a heart of stone. 💔🫀 #History #MaryShelley

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 3d

When the Great Pyramid of Giza was already standing, a few lonely woolly mammoths were still trudging across a remote Arctic island. Pharaohs ruled Egypt — and mammoths still roamed the Earth. 🐘⏳ #History #Mammoths

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 11d

The October 7th attacks serve as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of hatred and violence. On that fateful day, Israel faced an unprecedented act of terror that shattered the illusion of peace.
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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 15d

Explore the chilling true story of the 1996 murder of Heather Rich. from Waurika, Oklahoma, whose life was tragically cut short. Go over to either our youtube or TikTok page to hear more.
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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 16d

The chilling story of the 2002 D.C. Sniper Attacks, also known as the Beltway Sniper attacks, that terrorized the Washington D.C. metropolitan area for 22 harrowing days. Go to out youtube or tiktok page to hear more.

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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 17d

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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · 17d

The 2017 Las Vegas shooting on 1st October, the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Pop over to either our youtube or TikTok channel to hear the full story. We upload stories every day based on crimes commited on that date.
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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · Aug 13

Explore historical crime cases on my YouTube and TikTok channels, presenting daily stories from the past. Subscribe to receive regular updates on true crime and crime history. #TrueCrime #CrimeHistory #DailyCrime https://www.tiktok.com/@the.calendar.of.c https://www.youtube.com/@TheCalendarOfCrime

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · Aug 13

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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · Aug 12

Discover historical crime stories on my YouTube and TikTok channels, featuring daily cases from the past. Subscribe for consistent updates on true crime and crime history. #TrueCrime #CrimeHistory #DailyCrime https://www.tiktok.com/@the.calendar.of.c https://www.youtube.com/@TheCalendarOfCrime

Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · Aug 12

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Paddy McGough @paddymcgough.bsky.social · Aug 11

Explore historical crime stories on my YouTube and TikTok pages, where daily cases from the past are shared. Follow for regular updates on true crime and crime history. #TrueCrime #CrimeHistory #DailyCrime
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