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From his father’s brutal demise to his mother’s cruel machinations, King Francis II's life was no gilded existence—and then there was his own tragic end.

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Until his tragic death in 2006, Steven Irwin worked tirelessly to advocate for animals.

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In 1923, Frank Hayes suffered a fatal heart attack while mid-race, but stayed in the saddle until his horse finished first place.

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In 1527, Pope Clement VII was captured by enemies. Despite agreeing on a ransom, his torment was far from over. For six months, he languished in a dungeon.

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Many know that King Charles had romances with Camilla and Diana, but few remember the utter tragedy and heartbreak of his first love.

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Becoming an enemy of England and the law itself, Robert the Bruce fought for Scotland’s independence and to claim his right to the Scottish throne.


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