A ten-minute dip into the history of one of South America's least-thought about nations. Who knew that Paraguay once banned intraracial marriage?

What a weird freaking country.

1. Paraguay

William Walker perfectly encapsulates the spirit of 19th century America: Insane, violent, and hilariously racist. How did one man do so much damage? How did he get away with it?

2. William Walker

Few countries have attracted more attention while receiving less recognition than Guyana, a country whose biggest claim to fame didn't actually involve them. What's the deal with Guyana? And come to think of it, why is there also a French Guiana?

3. Guyana

It's US Primary Season, phase 2 of the 20-month presidential election! Let's all learn a little bit about the unnecessarily complicated rules, exceptions, and games of musical chairs in middle school gyms that help decide who gets to run for president.

4. The US Primary System

Join me on a monthly adventure into some weird history things I know about! It's like school, but shorter and without the part where it matters what exact year something happened!

Inscrutable History