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Smartest man who ever lived??  IQ estimated between 250  300. Taught himself 8 languages as a child  was eventually conversant ~ 40, invented another  entered Harvard, age 11 (2 yrs later than he wanted). A mathematical as well as linguistic genius and went on to teach classes in geometry and trigonometry in Texas at the age of 17. Sadly he never fulfilled his potential, preferring a lifetime of isolation and privacy. He worked a succession of menial jobs until his death at the age of 46.
Everything Was Fake but Her Wealth | History | Smithsonian - Ida Wood, who lived for decades as a recluse in a New York City hotel, would have taken her secrets to the grave—if here sister hadn't gotten there first

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Smartest man who ever lived??  IQ estimated between 250  300. Taught himself 8 languages as a child  was eventually conversant ~ 40, invented another  entered Harvard, age 11 (2 yrs later than he wanted). A mathematical as well as linguistic genius and went on to teach classes in geometry and trigonometry in Texas at the age of 17. Sadly he never fulfilled his potential, preferring a lifetime of isolation and privacy. He worked a succession of menial jobs until his death at the age of 46. William James Sidis, Baba Wanga, Einstein, Carl Friedrich, Child Prodigy, High Iq, Smart Men, Williams James, People Of Interest
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Smartest man who ever lived?? IQ estimated between 250 300. Taught himself 8 languages as a child was eventually conversant ~ 40, invented another entered Harvard, age 11 (2 yrs later than he wanted). A mathematical as well as linguistic genius and went on to teach classes in geometry and trigonometry in Texas at the age of 17. Sadly he never fulfilled his potential, preferring a lifetime of isolation and privacy. He worked a succession of menial jobs until his death at the age of 46.
Everything Was Fake but Her Wealth | History | Smithsonian - Ida Wood, who lived for decades as a recluse in a New York City hotel, would have taken her secrets to the grave��—if here sister hadn't gotten there first History Nerd, Mystery Of History, Strange History, History Facts, Women In History, World History, Black History, History Queen, Asian History
Everything Was Fake but Her Wealth
Everything Was Fake but Her Wealth | History | Smithsonian - Ida Wood, who lived for decades as a recluse in a New York City hotel, would have taken her secrets to the grave—if here sister hadn't gotten there first
Given to Queen Victoria by Prince Albert, gold chain bracelet to which enamelled heart shaped lockets of different colours were added as each child of her nine was born; containing the hair of Queen Victoria's children. Royal Collection Trust. Queen Victoria Children, Young Queen Victoria, Queen Victoria Family, Queen Victoria Prince Albert, Victoria Reign, Victoria And Albert, Victorian Jewelry, Victorian Era, Antique Jewelry
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Given to Queen Victoria by Prince Albert, gold chain bracelet to which enamelled heart shaped lockets of different colours were added as each child of her nine was born; containing the hair of Queen Victoria's children. Royal Collection Trust.
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The Stewart Sapphire, which had been owned by the Royal House of Scotland for centuries, was also given to George III. The original owner of the sapphire was reputed to have been King Alexander II of Scotland, who had it set into his crown for his coronation in 1214. Edward I of England took the sapphire along with the Stone of Scone in 1296, during his invasion of Scotland. His grandson, King Edward III, later returned the jewel to his brother-in-law David II of Scotland. Royal Crowns, Royal Tiaras, Crown Royal, Tiaras And Crowns, The Crown, Royal Jewelry, Vintage Jewelry, Crown Jewelry, British Crown Jewels
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The Stewart Sapphire, which had been owned by the Royal House of Scotland for centuries, was also given to George III. The original owner of the sapphire was reputed to have been King Alexander II of Scotland, who had it set into his crown for his coronation in 1214. Edward I of England took the sapphire along with the Stone of Scone in 1296, during his invasion of Scotland. His grandson, King Edward III, later returned the jewel to his brother-in-law David II of Scotland.
Isabella was the eldest daughter of King Edward III of England and Queen Philippa. She was the favorite daughter of her parents and grew up to be conceited and overindulged if not downright spoiled… Lausanne, Medieval Woman, Medieval Art, Medieval Clothing, Medieval Fashion, Medieval Manuscript, Illuminated Manuscript, Renaissance, Medieval Princess
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Isabella was the eldest daughter of King Edward III of England and Queen Philippa. She was the favorite daughter of her parents and grew up to be conceited and overindulged if not downright spoiled…
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Tiaras Kate has worn and how they looked on past royals.
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THE UNCANNY RESEMBLANCE OF CHARLES THE BOLD - DUKE OF BURGUNDY 1433-1477 AND HIS ROYAL DESCENDANT - HRH, CHARLES, PRINCE OF WALES. IT IS REMARKABLE ! Charles And Diana, Prince Charles, King Charles, Duchess Of Cornwall, Duchess Of Cambridge, British Monarchy, Royal Monarchy, English Royalty, Casa Real
THE UNCANNY RESEMBLANCE OF CHARLES THE BOLD - DUKE OF BURGUNDY 1433-1477 AND HIS ROYAL DESCENDANT - HRH, CHARLES, PRINCE OF WALES. IT IS REMARKABLE !
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Kensington Palace curators hold Queen Victoria's undies.
Jeanne de Valois (1464-1505) was the daughter, sister, and wife of kings. She was born with disabilities and suffered through a miserable marriage. In the end she became devoted to and died in a religious life, eventually becoming a saint. More: http://thefreelancehistorywriter.com/2014/09/05/jeanne-de-valois-queen-of-france-and-duchess-of-berri/ Roman Catholic History, Roman Catholic Church, Catholic Saints, Louis Xii, Roi Louis, Pape Pie Xii, Charles Viii, Jeanne
Jeanne de Valois, Queen of France and Duchess of Berri
Jeanne de Valois (1464-1505) was the daughter, sister, and wife of kings. She was born with disabilities and suffered through a miserable marriage. In the end she became devoted to and died in a religious life, eventually becoming a saint. More: http://thefreelancehistorywriter.com/2014/09/05/jeanne-de-valois-queen-of-france-and-duchess-of-berri/
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Periods and eras in English history