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In this episode of the Box of Oddities, we delve into the strange and unsettling story of the curse of King Louis XIV's blood. After the French monarch was beheaded, his blood was collected and preserved in a vial. Legend has it that whoever possesses the vial will suffer from a curse that brings them bad luck and misfortune. Over the years, the vial changed hands multiple times and was even used in bizarre medical experiments. But did the curse really exist, or was it just a myth? Join us as we explore the history and mystery of King Louis XIV's cursed blood.
Then, Have you ever heard of James Christopher Harrison, the Australian man with "golden blood"? In this episode of the Box of Oddities, we tell the remarkable story of Harrison and his unusual blood that has saved countless lives, including those of newborn babies. Harrison's blood has been dubbed "golden" because it is so precious and valuable. But how did he come to have this extraordinary blood type, and what makes it so special? Join us as we uncover the fascinating science and history behind James Christopher Harrison's golden blood.
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In this episode of the Box of Oddities, we delve into the strange and unsettling story of the curse of King Louis XIV's blood. After the French monarch was beheaded, his blood was collected and preserved in a vial. Legend has it that whoever possesses the vial will suffer from a curse that brings them bad luck and misfortune. Over the years, the vial changed hands multiple times and was even used in bizarre medical experiments. But did the curse really exist, or was it just a myth? Join us as we explore the history and mystery of King Louis XIV's cursed blood.
Then, Have you ever heard of James Christopher Harrison, the Australian man with "golden blood"? In this episode of the Box of Oddities, we tell the remarkable story of Harrison and his unusual blood that has saved countless lives, including those of newborn babies. Harrison's blood has been dubbed "golden" because it is so precious and valuable. But how did he come to have this extraordinary blood type, and what makes it so special? Join us as we uncover the fascinating science and history behind James Christopher Harrison's golden blood.
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