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The Creation and History of LSD
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The history of LSD starts with Albert Hofmann's tinkering with lysergic acid, which eventually led to the creation of LSD-25 in 1938. However, it wasn't until five years later that Hofmann rediscovered the drug and its hallucinogenic properties.
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Ergot was once used medicinally by midwives to help speed up labor, but it was determined in the 19th century that it was dangerous.
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Ergot
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Ergot was once used medicinally by midwives to help speed up labor, but it was determined in the 19th century that it was dangerous. Despite this, scientists continued to research the chemical due to its potency.
ChapterThe Creation and History of LSD
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Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann discovered LSD in 1938 after tinkering with lysergic acid, but it wasn't until five years later that he realized its potential as a psychedelic drug.
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LSD
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Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann discovered LSD in 1938 after tinkering with lysergic acid, but it wasn't until five years later that he realized its potential as a psychedelic drug.