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August 29, 1985: Joann Hobson Disappears Aug 29, 2020

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On this day in 1985, 16-year-old Joann Hobson went missing from her hometown of Stockton, California—marking the inception of a gruesome, tragic tale.

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August 28, 1849: The Fall of San Marco Aug 28, 2020

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On this day in 1849, the Republic of San Marco—or Venice, Italy as we know it today—lost its brief independence and was forced back under the Austrian Empire’s control.

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August 27, 1660: John Milton’s Books Burned Aug 27, 2020

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On this day in 1660, King Charles II commanded English poet John Milton’s books burned in the city of London. These events inspired the outspoken, and controversial, Milton to complete his epic poem, “Paradise Lost.”

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August 26, 2009: Jaycee Dugard Rescued Aug 26, 2020

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On this day in 2009, Jaycee Lee Dugard reappeared at a parole office in Concord, California. She had been missing for 18 years. Guest hosted by Molly Brandenburg from the Parcast original, “Conspiracy Theories.”

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August 25, 1948: Confrontation Day Aug 25, 2020

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On this day in 1948, the House Un-American Activities Committee held a highly anticipated and televised congressional hearing, known as “Confrontation Day.” Alger Hiss took to the stand to defend himself against accusations of communism from Whittaker Chambers.

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August 24, 410 C.E.: Visigoths Sack Rome Aug 24, 2020

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On this day in 410 C.E., the Visigoths, led by King Alaric, became the first group of people to sack Rome. For three days, the Visigoths plundered, pillaged—and set the most prosperous city of the ancient world ablaze.

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August 23, 1927: Sacco and Vanzetti Executed Aug 23, 2020

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On this day in 1927, two Italian-born anarchists were executed for a robbery they possibly didn’t commit. The controversial penalty sparked riots throughout the world.

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August 22, 1864: First Geneva Convention Aug 22, 2020

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On this day in 1864, twelve nations signed the First Geneva Convention, which established neutral, war-time medical services for all soldiers. The resulting organization eventually became the Red Cross.

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August 21, 2014: Robert Hansen Dies Aug 21, 2020

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On this day in 2014, serial killer Robert Hansen died in prison. Known as the “Butcher Baker,” Hansen raped, tortured, and killed at least 17 women before his capture.

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August 20, 14 C.E.: Postumus Agrippa Murdered Aug 20, 2020

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On this day in 14 C.E., Postumus Agrippa, the grandson and potential heir of the late Roman emperor Augustus, was executed under mysterious circumstances.

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