Rob Lammle

Joined: Nov 21, 2012

Rob Lammle is a full-time cartographer and part-time freelance writer out of St. Louis. When he's not working, he's watching movies, reading books, podcasting about pop culture, and spending time with his family. You can follow his online adventures over at www.spacemonkeyx.com.

This map caused a stir in the early 2000s.

3 Controversial Maps From History

Liberty Island, site of the Statue of Liberty, was reportedly where the pirate Captain Kiss stashed his loot.

The Hidden, Haunted Histories of 7 American Landmarks

A Brief History of Fisher-Price Little People

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A Brief History of Foosball

Foosball image via Shutterstock Outside the U.S., the sport where two teams try to kick a ball into the other side's goal without using their hands is known as “football.” However, when it comes to the tabletop version of the game, it seems impossible t

7-Eleven convenience store signage in downtown Toronto.

11 Facts About 7-Eleven

Before you head out for a Slurpee, read up on the world's most popular convenience store.

Florida's Reef of Remains

The Time Ohio and Michigan Almost Went to War for Real

Ohio State vs. Michigan is one of the best rivalries in sports. But two centuries ago, the states were ready to go to war for real.

How 15 Tech Companies, Sites and Gadgets Got Their Names

Study up on the origins of this tech giants.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Animaniacs

The beloved cult cartoon is making a comeback.

15 Fun Facts About Yo Gabba Gabba!

The Nick Jr. show, which debuted 10 years ago, managed to transcend its kiddie roots to become a hit with fans of all ages.

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10 Very Rare (and Very Expensive) Video Games

Before you dump that old box of video games, you may want to see if one of those dusty old cartridges is worth as much as a brand-new car.

A Brief History of Marbles (Including All That Marble Slang)

If you're the type of mibster that has knuckled down with a taw and shot for an aggie duck, then you already know quite a bit about mibs. If you're among the many people who have no idea what any of that means, stick around as we explore the history of ma

Florida's Incredible Coral Castle

Edward Leedskalnin spent nearly 30 years building this stone monument to the fiancée who jilted him.

The Greenbrier Bunker of West Virginia

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7 Overlooked ‘80s Toys Worth More Than You Think

Check your closets: These seven forgotten toys are worth more because they were rarities in the first place.