American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

The Depraved Crimes Of Tony Costa, The ‘Cape Cod Vampire’ Who Terrorized Massachusetts In The 1960s

Tony Costa was convicted of brutally murdering and dismembering Patricia Walsh and Mary Anne Wysocki in 1969, but he's suspected of killing as many as eight women over a three-year period.

By Neil Patmore Oct 4, 2022

The Depraved Crimes Of Tony Costa, The ‘Cape Cod Vampire’ Who Terrorized Massachusetts In The 1960s

Tony Costa was convicted of brutally murdering and dismembering Patricia Walsh and Mary Anne Wysocki in 1969, but he's suspected of killing as many as eight women over a three-year period.

By Neil Patmore October 4, 2022

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The Tragic Life Of Henry Rathbone, The Man Who Tried To Stop Lincoln’s Assassin — And Went Insane Because Of It

Union Army Major Henry Rathbone spent his life wracked with guilt after he wasn't able to stop John Wilkes Booth, causing his mental health to eventually deteriorate so much that he murdered his wife in 1883.

By Jessica O'Connor Oct 3, 2022

The Tragic Life Of Henry Rathbone, The Man Who Tried To Stop Lincoln’s Assassin — And Went Insane Because Of It

By Jessica O'Connor October 3, 2022

The Controversial Story Of Sacheen Littlefeather, Who Rejected Marlon Brando’s Oscar — And May Not Have Been Indigenous At All

Marie Cruz, who renamed herself Sacheen Littlefeather, made history at the Academy Awards in 1973 with an impassioned speech that was met with boos, but many believe she fabricated her Native American heritage.

By Kaleena Fraga Oct 3, 2022

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The Controversial Story Of Sacheen Littlefeather, Who Rejected Marlon Brando’s Oscar — And May Not Have Been Indigenous At All

By Kaleena Fraga October 3, 2022

Inside The 9 Most Brazen Police Scandals In American History — And The Crooked Cops Behind Them

From police officers becoming drug kingpins to one who secretly operated as a prolific serial killer, these are the most corrupt cops in American history.

By Austin Harvey Oct 1, 2022

Inside The 9 Most Brazen Police Scandals In American History — And The Crooked Cops Behind Them

From police officers becoming drug kingpins to one who secretly operated as a prolific serial killer, these are the most corrupt cops in American history.

By Austin Harvey October 1, 2022

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9 Outlandish Covert Operations That The U.S. Government Actually Executed, From LSD Mind Control To Spy Cats

During the Cold War and beyond, the United States executed a vast number of secret operations that included everything from the infamous Project MK-Ultra to a heart attack gun.

By Kaleena Fraga Sep 30, 2022

9 Outlandish Covert Operations That The U.S. Government Actually Executed, From LSD Mind Control To Spy Cats

During the Cold War and beyond, the United States executed a vast number of secret operations that included everything from the infamous Project MK-Ultra to a heart attack gun.

By Kaleena Fraga September 30, 2022

‘Whipped Peter’ And The Photo That Exposed Slavery’s Horrors

In 1863, a slave known only as Gordon escaped from a Louisiana plantation where he was nearly whipped to death. His story was quickly published — along with a gruesome photo of his injuries.

By Morgan Dunn Sep 30, 2022

‘Whipped Peter’ And The Photo That Exposed Slavery’s Horrors

In 1863, a slave known only as Gordon escaped from a Louisiana plantation where he was nearly whipped to death. His story was quickly published — along with a gruesome photo of his injuries.

By Morgan Dunn September 30, 2022

37 Weird History Facts That Sound Fake But Aren’t

From the bear who became a soldier during World War II to the sideshow entertainer who saved 6,500 babies, all of these incredible stories actually happened.

By Kaleena Fraga Sep 29, 2022

37 Weird History Facts That Sound Fake But Aren’t

From the bear who became a soldier during World War II to the sideshow entertainer who saved 6,500 babies, all of these incredible stories actually happened.

By Kaleena Fraga September 29, 2022

The Harrowing Voyage Of The SS St. Louis, The Jewish Refugee Ship That No One Wanted On The Eve Of The Holocaust

In May 1939, 937 refugees — most of them Jewish — fled Nazi Germany seeking asylum in the United States, but they were denied and left adrift at sea for over a month.

By Austin Harvey Sep 28, 2022

The Harrowing Voyage Of The SS St. Louis, The Jewish Refugee Ship That No One Wanted On The Eve Of The Holocaust

In May 1939, 937 refugees — most of them Jewish — fled Nazi Germany seeking asylum in the United States, but they were denied and left adrift at sea for over a month.

By Austin Harvey September 28, 2022

11 Of The Most Tragic Celebrity Deaths In Recent History

From the unexpected deaths of legendary comedian Robin Williams and "Black Panther" star Chadwick Boseman to the still-mysterious demise of Brittany Murphy, these are the most infamous deaths in recent Hollywood history.

By Austin Harvey Sep 27, 2022