The precursor to the war on drugs: on December 5th, 1933, prohibition in the United States of America came to an end

World’s most expensive cars

The lost Broadway musical starring Muhammad Ali

This emergency enema kit was the defibrillator of the 18th century, and more dubious medical treatments from the old days

DIY chandlery: how to make your own candles

Ships made of concrete

ICYMI, Monday’s links are here, and include Winston Churchill’s birthday, a gallery of 1960’s big hair, dancing orcs, and some truly upsetting vintage recipes