George Washington’s Cherry Tree Tale Debunked
Uncover the dishonesty in a tale about the virtues of honesty.
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In today’s world many misconceptions have been perpetuated—becoming modern day “facts”—when, in reality, myths and hearsay have taken over. Sorry to burst your bubble, but in this weekly column, Ripley’s puts those delusions to the test, turning your world upside down, because you can’t always…Believe It!
Does an Apple A Day Keep The Doctor Away?
Let’s take a bite out of this proverbial 19th-century wisdom.
Beer Before Liquor Never Been Sicker?
“Liquor before beer, you’re in the clear. Beer before liquor, never sicker.” Right?
Johnny Appleseed Is Just A Myth, Right?
Turns out, this tale isn’t as “tall” as you might think.
Did Charles Lindbergh Make the First Transatlantic Trip in an Airplane?
Robert Ripley had the inside scoop when it came to Lindbergh’s so-called record.
Did Betsy Ross Design And Sew The First Set Of Stars And Stripes?
The evidence is “flagging” when it comes to her involvement in the original design.
Did Sputnik Really Catch America Off-Guard?
Sure, everyday Americans were surprised, but the upper strata of government? Not so much.
Is Space Really a Zero-Gravity Environment?
The term “zero-gravity” proves misleading when it comes to freefalling through space.
Fact Versus Fiction: Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride
Long ago, the hyper-lore surrounding Paul Revere galloped away with the facts.
Debunking the Five-Second Rule
Limited floor time means limited exposure to bacteria, right? Wrong.