“Unveiling the Lies: 14 Historical Myths That Changed the Course of History Forever!”
9. Toads Give You Warts
It’s commonly believed that touching a toad will give you warts. In reality, warts are caused by the human papillomavirus, not toads. The myth probably arose from the warty appearance of some toads.
This myth has stuck around, reinforcing people’s natural aversion to these harmless amphibians.
10. Romans Vomited to Keep Eating at Feasts
The idea that ancient Romans would vomit so they could keep eating at lavish feasts is mostly a myth. While Romans were known for indulging, there’s little evidence they had special rooms for “purging.”
This story likely originated from a misunderstanding of Roman culture, painting an exaggerated picture of Roman decadence.
11. Albert Einstein’s Brain Size Myth
Some believe Albert Einstein’s genius was due to having a larger brain than the average person. However, studies have shown his brain was actually smaller than average in certain areas.
Einstein’s legacy as a “superhuman” intellect might be exaggerated, yet his contributions to science remain unmatched regardless of his brain’s physical attributes.
12. Abner Doubleday Invented Baseball
The story that Abner Doubleday invented baseball is a national myth, unsupported by evidence. The true origins of baseball likely stem from older bat-and-ball games played in England.
