American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

NASA Was Warned The Space Shuttle Challenger Could Explode, But They Launched It Anyway

How lies and gross negligence contributed to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, one of the worst disasters in NASA's history.

By Mark Oliver Dec 3, 2021

NASA Was Warned The Space Shuttle Challenger Could Explode, But They Launched It Anyway

How lies and gross negligence contributed to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, one of the worst disasters in NASA's history.

By Mark Oliver December 3, 2021

How Ella Baker Became The Mother Of The Civil Rights Movement

From teaching Rosa Parks how to protest to organizing student activists, Ella Baker was one of America's most tireless civil rights leaders — all while operating largely behind the scenes.

By William DeLong Dec 2, 2021

How Ella Baker Became The Mother Of The Civil Rights Movement

From teaching Rosa Parks how to protest to organizing student activists, Ella Baker was one of America's most tireless civil rights leaders — all while operating largely behind the scenes.

By William DeLong December 2, 2021

Nine Presidential Sex Scandals That Shook Up The White House

From Grover Cleveland's love child to John F. Kennedy’s affairs, these presidential sex scandals shocked America.

By Kaleena Fraga Dec 1, 2021

Nine Presidential Sex Scandals That Shook Up The White House

From Grover Cleveland's love child to John F. Kennedy’s affairs, these presidential sex scandals shocked America.

By Kaleena Fraga December 1, 2021

The Harrowing True Story Of The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake

On April 18, 1906, the Great San Francisco Earthquake devastated the entire city, killing 3,000 people and igniting massive fires that burned for days.

By Jaclyn Anglis Dec 1, 2021

The Harrowing True Story Of The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake

On April 18, 1906, the Great San Francisco Earthquake devastated the entire city, killing 3,000 people and igniting massive fires that burned for days.

By Jaclyn Anglis December 1, 2021

The Shocking Story Of Eddie Nash, The Palestinian Immigrant Who Became A Cocaine Kingpin

In the 1950s, Eddie Nash emigrated from Palestine to America with only $7 to his name. By the 1970s, he was worth over $30 million in real estate — and drugs.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 30, 2021

The Shocking Story Of Eddie Nash, The Palestinian Immigrant Who Became A Cocaine Kingpin

In the 1950s, Eddie Nash emigrated from Palestine to America with only $7 to his name. By the 1970s, he was worth over $30 million in real estate — and drugs.

By Marco Margaritoff November 30, 2021

Meet Big Nose Kate, The Tough-As-Nails Lover Of Wild West Outlaw Doc Holliday

Around 1877, Doc Holliday met Big Nose Kate at a saloon in Texas — and embarked on a decade-long love affair that saw the couple in violent fights, shootouts, and behind bars.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 30, 2021

Meet Big Nose Kate, The Tough-As-Nails Lover Of Wild West Outlaw Doc Holliday

Around 1877, Doc Holliday met Big Nose Kate at a saloon in Texas — and embarked on a decade-long love affair that saw the couple in violent fights, shootouts, and behind bars.

By Kaleena Fraga November 30, 2021

Was H. H. Holmes A Serial Killer With A ‘Murder Castle’ Or A Simple Conman?

Today, H. H. Holmes lives on in infamy as "America's First Serial Killer," but the story we've all been told may not be completely true.

By Andrew Lenoir Nov 30, 2021

Was H. H. Holmes A Serial Killer With A ‘Murder Castle’ Or A Simple Conman?

Today, H. H. Holmes lives on in infamy as "America's First Serial Killer," but the story we've all been told may not be completely true.

By Andrew Lenoir November 30, 2021

How Michael Dowd Became The Most Crooked Cop In The NYPD

Michael Dowd joined the NYPD in 1982 and was assigned to the 75th Precinct in Brooklyn. There, he began working with drug dealers, robbing their rivals, and selling cocaine.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 29, 2021

How Michael Dowd Became The Most Crooked Cop In The NYPD

Michael Dowd joined the NYPD in 1982 and was assigned to the 75th Precinct in Brooklyn. There, he began working with drug dealers, robbing their rivals, and selling cocaine.

By Marco Margaritoff November 29, 2021

The Little-Known History Of Bohemian Grove, The Summer Camp For The ‘Masters Of The Universe’

A private campground in Monte Rio, California, Bohemian Grove hosts an all-male social club of rich and powerful members who want to "misbehave."

By Katie Serena Nov 28, 2021

The Little-Known History Of Bohemian Grove, The Summer Camp For The ‘Masters Of The Universe’

A private campground in Monte Rio, California, Bohemian Grove hosts an all-male social club of rich and powerful members who want to "misbehave."

By Katie Serena November 28, 2021

The Meaning Behind ‘Strange Fruit,’ Billie Holiday’s Tragic Ballad

First made famous by Holiday in 1939, "Strange Fruit" protested the mass lynchings of Black people across the American South.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 28, 2021

The Meaning Behind ‘Strange Fruit,’ Billie Holiday’s Tragic Ballad

First made famous by Holiday in 1939, "Strange Fruit" protested the mass lynchings of Black people across the American South.

By Kaleena Fraga November 28, 2021

Why Zachary Taylor’s Death May Make Him The First President Ever Assassinated In American History

Ever since President Zachary Taylor died suddenly in 1850 after just 16 months in office, many have suspected foul play on the part of his political enemies.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 27, 2021

Why Zachary Taylor’s Death May Make Him The First President Ever Assassinated In American History

Ever since President Zachary Taylor died suddenly in 1850 after just 16 months in office, many have suspected foul play on the part of his political enemies.

By Kaleena Fraga November 27, 2021