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The side of history they didn’t teach you…

HistoricSideNotes.com is a history blog dedicated to uncovering the strange, surprising, and often-overlooked stories that shaped the world.

From forgotten wartime romances to quirky political mishaps and unlikely heroes, each post offers a fresh, accessible take on the past — no academic jargon, no boring timelines.

Whether you’re a casual reader or a history nerd, you’ll find engaging deep dives, bite-sized insights, and a bit of wit woven into everything from World War II love stories to Cold War animal spies.

I created this blog because I’ve always believed history isn’t just about kings, wars, or dusty dates — it’s full of human moments, side plots, and weird facts that make it personal and fun.

My goal is to make history more relatable, more readable, and more relevant — especially for readers who may have zoned out in school but still want to understand how the past shaped the present.

This is for the curious, the skeptical, and the ones who ask, “Wait, that really happened?”

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