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A Study of Strange

Convergent Content, LLC

The Five Most Dangerous Documents in History

MAR 17, 202621 MIN
A Study of Strange

The Five Most Dangerous Documents in History

MAR 17, 202621 MIN

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We tend to measure destruction in body counts and blast radii. But some of the most catastrophic forces ever unleashed on humanity came from words on paper. We're counting down five documents that changed the course of history including the Malleus Maleficarum, Cigarette Papers, General Order #11, and more. Turns out the pen really is mightier than the sword.Support the show by subscribing to our Substack: https://astudyofstrange.substack.com/Theme Music by Matt GlassInstagram: @astudyofstrangeHosted by Michael MayEmail stories, comments, or ideas to [email protected]©2026 Convergent Content, LLCDive deeper into true crime, unsolved mysteries, and tales of high strangeness each week on A Study of Strange. Hosted by filmmaker Michael May, exploring the dark crossroads of history, folklore, and the unexplained.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy