American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

Inside The Grim Crimes Of Serial Killer Jerry Brudos, ‘The Shoe Fetish Slayer’

In the late 1960s, Jerome Henry "Jerry" Brudos killed at least four women in Oregon — and used their corpses for his necrophilic fantasies.

By Kaleena Fraga May 15, 2022

Inside The Grim Crimes Of Serial Killer Jerry Brudos, ‘The Shoe Fetish Slayer’

In the late 1960s, Jerome Henry "Jerry" Brudos killed at least four women in Oregon — and used their corpses for his necrophilic fantasies.

By Kaleena Fraga May 15, 2022

How Margaret Hamilton Helped Land NASA On The Moon

In 1969, NASA relied on software engineer Margaret Hamilton to safely land the Apollo 11 astronauts on the lunar surface — and to bring them back home.

By Genevieve Carlton May 15, 2022

How Margaret Hamilton Helped Land NASA On The Moon

In 1969, NASA relied on software engineer Margaret Hamilton to safely land the Apollo 11 astronauts on the lunar surface — and to bring them back home.

By Genevieve Carlton May 15, 2022

How Carroll Shelby Built America’s Most Iconic Muscle Car And Became A Racing Legend

From raising chickens to racing Cobras, Carroll Shelby's high-octane life led him from East Texas to global fame.

By John Kuroski May 14, 2022

How Carroll Shelby Built America’s Most Iconic Muscle Car And Became A Racing Legend

From raising chickens to racing Cobras, Carroll Shelby's high-octane life led him from East Texas to global fame.

By John Kuroski May 14, 2022

The Shocking Story Of Christie Downs, The Little Girl Who Survived Being Shot By Her Own Mother

In 1983, eight-year-old Christie Downs miraculously survived after her mother Diane Downs shot her and her siblings, Danny and Cheryl, in the backseat of their car in Oregon.

By Marco Margaritoff May 14, 2022

The Shocking Story Of Christie Downs, The Little Girl Who Survived Being Shot By Her Own Mother

In 1983, eight-year-old Christie Downs miraculously survived after her mother Diane Downs shot her and her siblings, Danny and Cheryl, in the backseat of their car in Oregon.

By Marco Margaritoff May 14, 2022

The Shocking Story Of Sara Jane Moore, The Woman Who Tried To Assassinate President Gerald Ford

On September 22, 1975, Sara Jane Moore became the second woman to try to kill Gerald Ford in the span of just 17 days — and she very nearly succeeded.

By Genevieve Carlton May 12, 2022

The Shocking Story Of Sara Jane Moore, The Woman Who Tried To Assassinate President Gerald Ford

On September 22, 1975, Sara Jane Moore became the second woman to try to kill Gerald Ford in the span of just 17 days — and she very nearly succeeded.

By Genevieve Carlton May 12, 2022

Inside The Repeal Of Prohibition — And The Wild Celebrations That Followed

When Prohibition finally ended with the ratification of the 21st Amendment in 1933, America kicked off the biggest impromptu party the country had ever seen.

By Mark Oliver May 12, 2022

Inside The Repeal Of Prohibition — And The Wild Celebrations That Followed

When Prohibition finally ended with the ratification of the 21st Amendment in 1933, America kicked off the biggest impromptu party the country had ever seen.

By Mark Oliver May 12, 2022

The Story Of Ronald Speirs, The Tough-As-Nails Paratrooper From The Real-Life ‘Band Of Brothers’

Lieutenant Ronald Speirs earned a reputation for both bravery and brutality while fighting in Europe with the now-legendary Easy Company during World War II.

By Genevieve Carlton May 11, 2022

The Story Of Ronald Speirs, The Tough-As-Nails Paratrooper From The Real-Life ‘Band Of Brothers’

Lieutenant Ronald Speirs earned a reputation for both bravery and brutality while fighting in Europe with the now-legendary Easy Company during World War II.

By Genevieve Carlton May 11, 2022

The Story Of Marion Davies, From Silent Film Star To ‘Citizen Kane’ Punchline

A member of the Ziegfeld Follies and a box office star in the 1920s, Marion Davies's legacy was overshadowed by her extramarital relationship with William Randolph Hearst.

By Marco Margaritoff May 11, 2022

The Story Of Marion Davies, From Silent Film Star To ‘Citizen Kane’ Punchline

A member of the Ziegfeld Follies and a box office star in the 1920s, Marion Davies's legacy was overshadowed by her extramarital relationship with William Randolph Hearst.

By Marco Margaritoff May 11, 2022

How 9/11 Hero Mark Bingham Helped Lead A Passenger Revolt On Flight 93 — And Became An LGBTQ Icon

Moments before his death on September 11th, Mark Bingham bravely fought back against the terrorists who had hijacked his plane. His heroism later inspired many to reconsider gay stereotypes.

By Genevieve Carlton May 10, 2022

How 9/11 Hero Mark Bingham Helped Lead A Passenger Revolt On Flight 93 — And Became An LGBTQ Icon

Moments before his death on September 11th, Mark Bingham bravely fought back against the terrorists who had hijacked his plane. His heroism later inspired many to reconsider gay stereotypes.

By Genevieve Carlton May 10, 2022

The Rebellious Life Of Joaquín Murrieta And His Bloody Tale Of Revenge

Legend has it that Joaquín Murrieta and his band of outlaws terrorized California during the Gold Rush to avenge the Mexicans who were mistreated by American miners.

By Wyatt Redd May 10, 2022

The Rebellious Life Of Joaquín Murrieta And His Bloody Tale Of Revenge

Legend has it that Joaquín Murrieta and his band of outlaws terrorized California during the Gold Rush to avenge the Mexicans who were mistreated by American miners.

By Wyatt Redd May 10, 2022

Who Wrote ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’? Inside The Little-Known Story Of The U.S. National Anthem

On September 13, 1814, British forces attacked Fort McHenry in Baltimore. Upon seeing the American flag flying the next day, Francis Scott Key penned "The Star-Spangled Banner."

By Marco Margaritoff May 8, 2022

Who Wrote ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’? Inside The Little-Known Story Of The U.S. National Anthem

On September 13, 1814, British forces attacked Fort McHenry in Baltimore. Upon seeing the American flag flying the next day, Francis Scott Key penned "The Star-Spangled Banner."

By Marco Margaritoff May 8, 2022