Sometimes, it is difficult for us to distinguish fact from fiction of many historical stories because the factual information related to these events are muddled or colored by erroneous suppositions and myths. Below is five most common misconceptions that should be put an end.
Starvation was prevalent during the Great Depression
It is often believed that millions of families suffered from starvation during the Great Depression due to shortage of food and money. However, it is incorrect idea because at that time, people were able to earn the living by their ingenuity and Government’s financial supports.
The unemployed received free soup in a charity camp
The Egyptian pyramids were built by slaves
There are numerous pictures and graphic illustrations in movies or reading materials, which capture slaves building Egyptian pyramids, the great wonder of human beings. However, some excavation results show that these super structures were actually constructed by those who permanently worked for the pharaohs.
These Egyptians were very proud of their work
The Amazons cut off one of their breasts to shoot better with their bow and arrow
This ridiculous legend originated from misguided interpretations of the Amazons’ works during the 5th century when they dabbled in the dark craft of etymology. These people still shoot well without any change on their bodies.
The fact is that the Amazons didn’t cut off one of their breasts to shoot better.
Spanish flu
Contrary to common belief, the pandemic didn’t originate from Spain. It got its name mainly because at that time, Spain was home to the most transparent and reliable source of information about this disease.
Actually, Spain only provided major information related to the disease
Emperor Caligula appointed his horse as consul
The legendary love of Emperor Caligula for his horse, Incitatus has been famous from now and then but there is no evident showing that he appointed his horse as consul. Actually, he only treated the beloved horse with all luxury things that were fit for a high-ranked person.
The Incitatus was even served by many slaves
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