So, we often think we’ve made it this far because we’re pretty smart, right? But when you look back, there’s a ton of stuff that could have gone seriously wrong. Think about all the natural disasters, global health crises, and even our own goof-ups. It’s not just our smart survival skills that got us to the 21st century, but also a whole lot of luck. By looking at the close shaves in history, we can learn some important stuff about how to dodge and tackle future problems.
Keep on reading to find out about the crazy close calls that could have totally changed or even wiped out life as we know it today.