american history

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Nov 21, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis • November 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro • Nov 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro • November 21, 2021

Inside Andersonville Prison, The Civil War’s Most Brutal POW Camp

Experience photos and stories from inside Georgia's Andersonville Prison, one of the most brutal prisoner of war camps in modern history.

By Katie Serena • Nov 20, 2021

Inside Andersonville Prison, The Civil War’s Most Brutal POW Camp

Experience photos and stories from inside Georgia's Andersonville Prison, one of the most brutal prisoner of war camps in modern history.

By Katie Serena • November 20, 2021

Ona Judge, The Story Of The Slave Who Escaped Washington’s Plantation

Ona Judge escaped a life of slavery on George Washington's plantation and stood her ground when he sent men to retrieve her.

By Katie Serena • Nov 20, 2021

Ona Judge, The Story Of The Slave Who Escaped Washington’s Plantation

Ona Judge escaped a life of slavery on George Washington's plantation and stood her ground when he sent men to retrieve her.

By Katie Serena • November 20, 2021

The Shocking Story Of George Washington’s Death, From Bloodletting To Beetles

Just before George Washington died at Mount Vernon on December 14, 1799, doctors only made things worse by draining 40 percent of his blood.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 20, 2021

The Shocking Story Of George Washington’s Death, From Bloodletting To Beetles

Just before George Washington died at Mount Vernon on December 14, 1799, doctors only made things worse by draining 40 percent of his blood.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 20, 2021

The Story Behind The Gruesome Wounded Knee Massacre

The Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890 was one of the most notorious episodes of violence by the United States government against Native Americans.

By Gina Dimuro • Nov 20, 2021

The Story Behind The Gruesome Wounded Knee Massacre

The Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890 was one of the most notorious episodes of violence by the United States government against Native Americans.

By Gina Dimuro • November 20, 2021

Siren And Scientist: The Untold Story Of Hollywood Sex Symbol Hedy Lamarr

Hedy Lamarr was known in Hollywood as "the most beautiful woman in the world," and she also invented the technology that ultimately led to WiFi.

By Andrew Milne • Nov 19, 2021

Siren And Scientist: The Untold Story Of Hollywood Sex Symbol Hedy Lamarr

Hedy Lamarr was known in Hollywood as "the most beautiful woman in the world," and she also invented the technology that ultimately led to WiFi.

By Andrew Milne • November 19, 2021

The Harrowing Story Of The Tulsa Race Massacre That Devastated Oklahoma In 1921

"Black Wall Street" was once the United States' wealthiest African-American neighborhood. But during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, a white mob destroyed the whole thing in just one day.

By Mark Oliver • Nov 17, 2021

The Harrowing Story Of The Tulsa Race Massacre That Devastated Oklahoma In 1921

"Black Wall Street" was once the United States' wealthiest African-American neighborhood. But during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, a white mob destroyed the whole thing in just one day.

By Mark Oliver • November 17, 2021

Meet George Raveling, The Basketball Coach Who Owns The ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech

At the 1963 March on Washington, George Raveling boldly asked Martin Luther King Jr. for a copy of his remarks. To his surprise, the iconic civil rights leader handed it to him.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 17, 2021

Meet George Raveling, The Basketball Coach Who Owns The ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech

At the 1963 March on Washington, George Raveling boldly asked Martin Luther King Jr. for a copy of his remarks. To his surprise, the iconic civil rights leader handed it to him.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 17, 2021

Inside R. Norris Williams’ Astonishing Journey From Surviving The Titanic To Winning Olympic Gold

Not only did Richard Norris Williams make it out of the Titanic alive, he then went on to win the U.S. Tennis Championship later that same year.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 17, 2021

Inside R. Norris Williams’ Astonishing Journey From Surviving The Titanic To Winning Olympic Gold

Not only did Richard Norris Williams make it out of the Titanic alive, he then went on to win the U.S. Tennis Championship later that same year.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 17, 2021

Inside The Battle of Hayes Pond, When 500 Native Americans Chased The Ku Klux Klan Out Of North Carolina

In 1958, the KKK tried to intimidate the Lumbee tribe in Maxton, North Carolina, but they fought back at the Battle of Hayes Pond — and drove the Klan out of town.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 17, 2021

Inside The Battle of Hayes Pond, When 500 Native Americans Chased The Ku Klux Klan Out Of North Carolina

In 1958, the KKK tried to intimidate the Lumbee tribe in Maxton, North Carolina, but they fought back at the Battle of Hayes Pond — and drove the Klan out of town.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 17, 2021

The Story Of The Edmund Pettus Bridge, The Civil Rights Landmark That Bears The Name Of A KKK Leader

The Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama was named after a former Confederate general in 1940. But in 1965, the bridge became the site of a historic civil rights protest.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 16, 2021

The Story Of The Edmund Pettus Bridge, The Civil Rights Landmark That Bears The Name Of A KKK Leader

The Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama was named after a former Confederate general in 1940. But in 1965, the bridge became the site of a historic civil rights protest.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 16, 2021