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  10 Biggest Security Failures in American History

  How did they miss these? Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re looking at the most shocking moments in American History that left the world questioning just how secure the country is.

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• 10 Notorious Political Scandals In American History

  These political scandals altered the course of American History. For this list, we’ll be considering the most shocking and far-reaching controversies that have rocked the world of American politics.

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• Top 10 American History Movies

  If only history textbooks were as exciting as these cinematic masterpieces. From Platoon, to Malcolm X, to 12 Years a Slave, these movies take a detailed and important look at America's past. WatchMojo ranks the top American History movies.

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• 10 Unsolved Native American Mysteries

  Some mysteries from Indigenous history have never been solved. Join us as we count down the most compelling unsolved mysteries throughout Native American History! Our countdown includes the Poverty Point Earthworks, the Great Serpent Mound, the Bighorn Medicine Wheel, the Cahokia Mounds, and more! What other Indigenous mysteries fascinate you? Let us know in the comments below!

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• Top 30 Most Embarrassing Moments in U.S. Presidential History

  From policy blunders to personal gaffes, presidential embarrassments have shaped American History. Join us as we count down the most cringe-worthy presidential moments that left lasting impacts on legacies and the nation. From shoe-throwing incidents to major scandals, these moments reveal the human side of the highest office.

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• It's a Date - The Attempted Assassination of Theodore Roosevelt - October 14th, 1912

  "It takes more than that to kill a Bull Moose!" On October 14, 1912, Theodore Roosevelt survived an assassination attempt and went on to deliver a 50-minute speech with a bullet lodged in his chest. Join us as we explore this remarkable moment in American History, from John Schrank's delusional motivation to Roosevelt's incredible resilience during his unprecedented third-term campaign.

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• Top 10 Most Divisive Periods in American History

  From political battles to actual warfare, America has experienced deep divides throughout its history. Join us as we explore the moments when the United States was most fractured along ideological, racial, and political lines. These watershed periods didn't just divide citizens temporarily—they fundamentally altered the nation's trajectory and continue to influence American society today.

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• 10 American Mistakes That Changed History Forever

  Dive into a riveting exploration of pivotal moments that shaped American History. From wartime decisions to political scandals, we uncover the mistakes that dramatically altered the course of the nation's trajectory and left an indelible mark on global events.

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• Top 10 Most Controversial US Presidents

  Dive into the most polarizing presidencies in American History! We're exploring the commanders-in-chief who've stirred up the most controversy, challenged norms, and left an indelible mark on the nation's political landscape. From scandalous affairs to questionable policies, these presidents have truly tested the limits of presidential power.

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• 60 Facts for 60 US Elections

  These are the election facts you didn't know you needed. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the wildest fact about each presidential election in American History.

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• 10 Most Notorious Kidnappings in American History

  These crimes shook America to its core. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most infamous abductions throughout U.S. history.

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• Top 10 Bloodiest Battles in American History

  These are some of the bloodiest military conflicts of all time. For this list, we’ll be ranking the costliest battles in terms of casualties for American military forces.

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• Top 10 Worst Race Riots in American History

  Mass racial violence in U.S. history is an unfortunate reality. Whether it was the Ferguson unrest due to the death of police-involved shooting of Michael brown, the Watts Riots of 1965 or the Detroit Race Riot of 1943, which saw African-Americans and sailors clashing, race riots in the U.S. historically have been deadly. WatchMojo counts down ten of the most infamous ethnic riots in United States history.

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• 50 Unsolved Mysteries in ALL 50 States of America | Full Doc

  Every state has its secrets… but some remain unsolved forever. Join us as we dive deep into the most baffling, spine-chilling, and mind-boggling unsolved mysteries from every corner of America! From cold cases and strange disappearances to unexplained phenomena and legendary conspiracies, the truth is out there — somewhere. Which mystery haunts you the most?

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• 7 Things You Should Know About Jesse Jackson

  From civil rights champion to presidential hopeful, Jesse Jackson's life story is filled with pivotal moments that shaped American History. Join us as we explore his journey from Dr. King's protégé to international diplomat! Our countdown includes his founding of Operation PUSH, his controversial remarks, his diplomatic missions, and his witness to one of history's most tragic moments.

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