Sam H Arnold
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Fiction and parenting writer exploring the dynamics of family life, supporting children with additional needs. I also delve into the darker narratives that shape our world, specialising in history and crime.
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A Historical Look Through the Amazing Reign of Queen Elizabeth
On June 2, the United Kingdom will host a platinum jubilee where the Queen will celebrate seventy years of ruling. It is a time for the community to come together, for financial struggles to be put on hold for a day whilst we celebrate this genuinely remarkable ninety-six year old. In true British tradition, there will be music and ceremony like never before.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
The British Government Fails to Ban Conversion Therapy for Trans People
Conversion therapy is a damaging practice that aims to change or 'cure' a person of their sexual orientation or gender identity. The process involves negative stimulation being attached to thoughts about members of the same sex. One of the more famous examples was Oscar Wilde being sentenced to hard labour after being tried for relationships with men.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in Pride
Israel Keyes the Most Cunningly Clever Serial Killer in American History
On 1st February 2012, Samantha Koenig had been working the late shift at the coffee hut in Anchorage. She was the daughter of a single father; many suggested her father was involved in some illegal activity. She spent the evening serving the customers who stopped for their favourite beverage and arguing with her boyfriend. She was sure that Duane was cheating on her, but he denied it.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in Criminal
The Viper Room Famous for Death, Big Breaks, Violence and Last Performances
The Viper Room was a famous hangout for many A list celebrities in the 90s. Initially, it started life as a grocery store in 1921 but was converted into a nightclub in 1946. In 1947, it was bought by mobster Mickey Cohen and became a strip club called the Cotton Club.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
The Inspiring Jewish Teenager Who Survived the Holocaust by Beating His Opponents
Harry Haft was a Jewish teenager imprisoned in multiple concentration camps by the Nazis. He survived the Holocaust by becoming a boxer. Every Sunday, he would be challenged to new fights to entertain the guards. Lose you were executed, win, and he got to survive another week in a concentration camp.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
Coming out as Gay to My Mum Was Completely Horrendous
Hey, Mum. I never told you this before, but I am gay. I have suspected that I have been for a while. It started with the dreams, at first. I thought I was a man in the dreams seducing women, but soon I realised I was still female. I dreamed about being with women; it took me years to discover why. I kept it to myself; I felt embarrassed to share this with anyone. I genuinely thought there was something wrong with me.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in Pride
The Forgotten Serial Killer Who the Media Ignored
The reason Suff was ignored was that he was tried and convicted whilst the OJ Simpson trial was being held. Few media outlets reported his case, as they were to busy following the case of the century. The fact that the victims were all considered prostitutes made the case less attractive to the media.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in Criminal
The Unusual Occupations That Time Forgot. Top Story - April 2022.
Have you ever wondered what became of the lamplighters, knockers up and mudlarks? What are these, you may wonder? These are historical occupations that no longer exist or have changed almost entirely since they started.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
The Strange Truth Behind Werewolves and the Horrific Murders They Commit
Werewolves have been a creature of legend for hundreds of years. However, few know that werewolves were considered real creatures roaming the countryside in ancient times. Many murders in ancient Europe contributed to this mythical beast. A man who can turn himself into a wolf on command. Few accounts include the full moon as a trigger for this behaviour; most reports state that a pact with the devil resulted in the transformation.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
British Government Found Guilty of Ignoring the Rules They Set
A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way. - John Maxwell During the height of the pandemic, the Government told the British people to isolate themselves in their homes. We weren't allowed to mix households or see anyone else. Rightly so, I had no problems following the rules. They saved lives.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in The Swamp
The Bizarre Mystery of Who Put Bella down the Wych Elm and Why
Many unsolved murders could keep you up at night; I'm not talking about the famous ones such as Jack the Ripper and the Zodiac killer, but unheard of ones. Mysteries that are in the realm of strange and creepy. I have been fascinated with the Somerton Man for many years, so imagine how I felt when I discovered one of these mysteries originates in England.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in Criminal
