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The Twisted History Of Lake Lanier, The ‘Haunted’ Georgia Reservoir With A Racist Past

Constructed right atop the historically Black town of Oscarville, Georgia in 1956, Lake Lanier has become one of the most dangerous bodies of water in America — with the remains of buildings just below the surface ensnaring hundreds of boats and swimmers.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 18, 2022

The Twisted History Of Lake Lanier, The ‘Haunted’ Georgia Reservoir With A Racist Past

Constructed right atop the historically Black town of Oscarville, Georgia in 1956, Lake Lanier has become one of the most dangerous bodies of water in America — with the remains of buildings just below the surface ensnaring hundreds of boats and swimmers.

By Austin Harvey • October 18, 2022

A 91-Year-Old Civil Rights Leader Just Survived Being Stabbed Five Times — By Fighting Back

Jean McGuire has been fighting for equal opportunity in Boston for decades, and friends said her attacker "may have met the wrong person" that night,

By Maggie Donahue • Oct 17, 2022

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A 91-Year-Old Civil Rights Leader Just Survived Being Stabbed Five Times — By Fighting Back

Jean McGuire has been fighting for equal opportunity in Boston for decades, and friends said her attacker "may have met the wrong person" that night,

By Maggie Donahue • October 17, 2022

The Disturbing Crimes Of Steven Brian Pennell, The Only Serial Killer In Delaware History

Steven Pennell became known as the "Route 40 Killer" after he abducted, tortured, and murdered at least three women between 1987 and 1988.

By Neil Patmore • Oct 17, 2022

The Disturbing Crimes Of Steven Brian Pennell, The Only Serial Killer In Delaware History

Steven Pennell became known as the "Route 40 Killer" after he abducted, tortured, and murdered at least three women between 1987 and 1988.

By Neil Patmore • October 17, 2022

The Enduring Mystery Of The 1994 Lake Michigan UFO Incident

On March 8, 1994, hundreds of people called 911 to report eerie lights above Lake Michigan — but their true origin remains unknown to this day.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 16, 2022

The Enduring Mystery Of The 1994 Lake Michigan UFO Incident

On March 8, 1994, hundreds of people called 911 to report eerie lights above Lake Michigan — but their true origin remains unknown to this day.

By Austin Harvey • October 16, 2022

This Week In History News, Oct. 9 – 15

Ancient Medusa medal unearthed in Turkey, 1,400-year-old Native American canal found in Alabama, Chernobyl disaster's lingering effects revealed in Ukraine.

By All That's Interesting • Oct 14, 2022

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This Week In History News, Oct. 9 – 15

Ancient Medusa medal unearthed in Turkey, 1,400-year-old Native American canal found in Alabama, Chernobyl disaster's lingering effects revealed in Ukraine.

By All That's Interesting • October 14, 2022

Newly Released File Reveals The FBI Tracked The Activities Of Aretha Franklin For 40 Years

The FBI kept tabs on the so-called "Queen of Soul" while searching for links between Franklin and civil rights activists, communists, and "Black extremists."

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 14, 2022

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Newly Released File Reveals The FBI Tracked The Activities Of Aretha Franklin For 40 Years

The FBI kept tabs on the so-called "Queen of Soul" while searching for links between Franklin and civil rights activists, communists, and "Black extremists."

By Kaleena Fraga • October 14, 2022

Archaeologists Have Uncovered A 1,400-Year-Old Native American Canal In Alabama

The nearly mile-long structure was used to travel along trade routes between lagoons on the Fort Morgan Peninsula.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 13, 2022

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Archaeologists Have Uncovered A 1,400-Year-Old Native American Canal In Alabama

The nearly mile-long structure was used to travel along trade routes between lagoons on the Fort Morgan Peninsula.

By Austin Harvey • October 13, 2022

The Bloody Story Of The Ludlow Massacre, When Striking Coal Miners And Their Families Were Killed By The National Guard

After seven violent months of striking, the Colorado governor called in the National Guard against the miners — resulting in the Ludlow Massacre that left dozens dead.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 12, 2022

The Bloody Story Of The Ludlow Massacre, When Striking Coal Miners And Their Families Were Killed By The National Guard

After seven violent months of striking, the Colorado governor called in the National Guard against the miners — resulting in the Ludlow Massacre that left dozens dead.

By Austin Harvey • October 12, 2022

Betty White Quotes On Hollywood, Hot Dogs, And Health That Will Make Your Day

From her thoughts on animals and children to sex and love, these Betty White quotes are sure to shock — and make you laugh out loud.

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 10, 2022

Betty White Quotes On Hollywood, Hot Dogs, And Health That Will Make Your Day

From her thoughts on animals and children to sex and love, these Betty White quotes are sure to shock — and make you laugh out loud.

By Marco Margaritoff • October 10, 2022

The Story Of Mary Surratt, The Lincoln Assassination Conspirator Who Became The First Woman Ever Hanged By The U.S. Government

At her boarding house in Washington, D.C., Mary Surratt hosted meetings for the group who plotted Abraham Lincoln's murder — and even stored weapons for John Wilkes Booth at her tavern.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 9, 2022

The Story Of Mary Surratt, The Lincoln Assassination Conspirator Who Became The First Woman Ever Hanged By The U.S. Government

At her boarding house in Washington, D.C., Mary Surratt hosted meetings for the group who plotted Abraham Lincoln's murder — and even stored weapons for John Wilkes Booth at her tavern.

By Austin Harvey • October 9, 2022