From the FCS Book of Little-Known Facts (body snatching)

At the start of the 1800s those studying anatomy were legally allowed to have and dissect the bodies of those condemned to death. Sadly, for them, this was only around 55 people each year. For the ever-growing study of anatomy in medical schools however, around 500 bodies were needed per annum. Due to this highContinue reading “From the FCS Book of Little-Known Facts (body snatching)”

From the FCS Book of Little-Known Facts (cowboys)

Black cowboys watching over Bonham, Texas Following the end of the Civil War in 1865, many freed slaves traveled west to start their new lives. Not only were they trying to get as far away from the South as possible, but they were seeking to find their fortunes. While the north held many possibilities forContinue reading “From the FCS Book of Little-Known Facts (cowboys)”

From the FCS Book of Little-Known Facts (Calamity Jane)

Calamity Jane was one of the greatest sharpshooters of the old west One of the most well known cowpokes of the wild west is Calamity Jane, a gal who didn’t let anyone stand in her way. She earned her reputation working as a scout for General Custer in 1870 before going on to work for theContinue reading “From the FCS Book of Little-Known Facts (Calamity Jane)”