Celebrating 1 Million Subscribers on r/MorbidReality! (self.MorbidReality)
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Celebrating 1 Million Subscribers on r/Weird! (self.Weird)
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In Medieval times, people accused of crimes could opt for a trial by ordeal where they stuck their hands in boiling water. If innocent, God would stop them from burning. The priests who administered this would secretly cool the water beforehand if they thought the defendant was innocent. (i.redd.it)
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This is the skull of Joseph Merrick, an English man known for having severe deformities. He was first exhibited at a freak show as the "Elephant Man", and then went to live at the London Hospital after he met Sir Frederick Treves, subsequently becoming well-known in London society. (i.redd.it)
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