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Inside The Disappearance of Sierra Lamar
Sierra Mae LaMar was born on October 19, 1996, in Fremont, California. On the morning of March 16, 2012, when Sierra didn't show up at school, the automated attendance system marked her as absent. However, it wasn't until 6 p.m. that evening that her mother received an automated email notifying her of Sierra's absence.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Criminal
Inside The Story of the Zong Slave Ship: A Massacre Conducted For An Insurance Claim
The Zong, a British slave ship, departed from Ghana in August 1781 with 442 slaves on board, which was twice its intended capacity, and was en route to Jamaica. Allegedly, the crew threw over 130 live slaves into the sea, claiming that they were running out of water due to navigational errors that caused a delay in reaching their destination.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in History
Audie Murphy: An American Soldier's Journey to Fame and Glory
Audie Leon Murphy was born on June 20, 1925. He was an accomplished American soldier, actor, and songwriter. He earned a reputation as one of the most decorated combat soldiers in the United States during World War II, having been awarded all available military combat awards for valor. His heroic acts were also recognized by the French and Belgian authorities.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in History
The Unbelievable Story of Desmond Doss
When Desmond Doss joined the United States Army on April 1, 1942, he had no idea that he would be honored with the nation's highest award for his remarkable bravery and courage in battle. It was only three and a half years later that he found himself standing on the White House lawn, receiving the prestigious award.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in History
The Gut-Wrenching Crimes of Tommy Lynn Sells and How a 10-year-old Ended Him. Content Warning.
Tommy Lynn Sells, born on June 28, 1964 in Oakland, California. He was an American serial killer who was executed on April 3, 2014. He was found guilty of committing at least one murder and was sentenced to death.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Criminal
Inside The Mysterious Disappearance of American TV Ancho, Jodi Huisentruit.
Jodi Sue Huisentruit was employed as a television news anchor at KIMT, the CBS affiliate located in Mason City, Iowa. She vanished in the wee hours of June 27, 1995, shortly after informing a co-worker that she had overslept and would be tardy for her job. Evidence of a scuffle outside her residence suggests that Huisentruit may have been kidnapped.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Criminal
Breaking Down Barriers: Leonard Matlovich's Impact as the First Openly Gay Service Member
Leonard Phillip Matlovich was a decorated military member who received both the Purple Heart and Bronze Star awards following his activities in the Vietnam war. He is notable for being the first openly gay service member who intentionally revealed his sexual orientation to challenge the military's ban on gays.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Pride
The Unbelievable Tragedy of Sophie Lionnet
Sophie Lionnet, a 21-year-old French au pair, had come to London to enhance her English skills. However, she ended up being subjected to the cruelty of a couple, Ouissem Medouni and his partner Sabrina Kouider, who tortured and eventually murdered her.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Criminal
