American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

This Week In History News, Mar. 27 – Apr. 2

Mysteries behind painted skeletons at "the oldest city in the world" unlocked, evidence of giant prehistoric camels discovered, rare Revolutionary War medal brought to auction.

By All That's Interesting Apr 1, 2022

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This Week In History News, Mar. 27 – Apr. 2

Mysteries behind painted skeletons at "the oldest city in the world" unlocked, evidence of giant prehistoric camels discovered, rare Revolutionary War medal brought to auction.

By All That's Interesting April 1, 2022

How Many People Died On The Titanic? Inside The Shocking Death Toll From The Disaster

Around two-thirds of the more than 2,200 people on board the RMS Titanic died after the ship sank in the North Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912.

By Kaleena Fraga Mar 31, 2022

How Many People Died On The Titanic? Inside The Shocking Death Toll From The Disaster

Around two-thirds of the more than 2,200 people on board the RMS Titanic died after the ship sank in the North Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912.

By Kaleena Fraga March 31, 2022

Inside The Lynching Of Leo Frank, The Jewish Businessman Wrongly Convicted Of Murder In Georgia

In 1913, Leo Frank was found guilty of killing 13-year-old Mary Phagan, even though no physical evidence linked him to the crime. Two years later, a mob lynched him for it.

By Genevieve Carlton Mar 30, 2022

Inside The Lynching Of Leo Frank, The Jewish Businessman Wrongly Convicted Of Murder In Georgia

In 1913, Leo Frank was found guilty of killing 13-year-old Mary Phagan, even though no physical evidence linked him to the crime. Two years later, a mob lynched him for it.

By Genevieve Carlton March 30, 2022

Joe Michael Ervin, The Serial Killer Who Almost Escaped Justice Until DNA Revealed His Crimes 40 Years Later

Between 1969 and 1981, Joe Michael Ervin went on a violent killing spree that saw six people dead — but the extent of his crimes went largely unknown until a chance encounter with a cop.

By Marco Margaritoff Mar 28, 2022

Joe Michael Ervin, The Serial Killer Who Almost Escaped Justice Until DNA Revealed His Crimes 40 Years Later

Between 1969 and 1981, Joe Michael Ervin went on a violent killing spree that saw six people dead — but the extent of his crimes went largely unknown until a chance encounter with a cop.

By Marco Margaritoff March 28, 2022

How Did Marvin Gaye Die? Inside The Motown Legend’s Murder

After inflicting decades of torment and abuse, Marvin Gay Sr. shot his son Marvin Gaye at point-blank range inside the family's Los Angeles home on April 1, 1984.

By Marco Margaritoff Mar 27, 2022

How Did Marvin Gaye Die? Inside The Motown Legend’s Murder

After inflicting decades of torment and abuse, Marvin Gay Sr. shot his son Marvin Gaye at point-blank range inside the family's Los Angeles home on April 1, 1984.

By Marco Margaritoff March 27, 2022

Kathleen Peterson And Michael Peterson With The Staircase

Inside Kathleen Peterson’s Mysterious Death And The True Story Behind ‘The Staircase’

After Kathleen Peterson died after falling down a staircase in 2001, her husband was convicted of her murder — but did Michael Peterson really kill his wife?

By Jessica O'Connor Mar 27, 2022

Inside Kathleen Peterson’s Mysterious Death And The True Story Behind ‘The Staircase’

After Kathleen Peterson died after falling down a staircase in 2001, her husband was convicted of her murder — but did Michael Peterson really kill his wife?

By Jessica O'Connor March 27, 2022

Black And White Photo Of Winchester House

Who Was Sarah Winchester? The Story Of The Troubled Woman Behind The Winchester Mystery House

After her husband died, firearms heiress Sarah Winchester built a "mystery house" — allegedly to escape the ghosts of people killed by Winchester rifles.

By Katie Serena Mar 27, 2022

Who Was Sarah Winchester? The Story Of The Troubled Woman Behind The Winchester Mystery House

After her husband died, firearms heiress Sarah Winchester built a "mystery house" — allegedly to escape the ghosts of people killed by Winchester rifles.

By Katie Serena March 27, 2022

The Wrongful Conviction Of Ryan Ferguson, Who Served Nearly 10 Years In Prison For A Murder He Didn’t Commit

Ryan Ferguson spent nine years and eight months behind bars for the murder of Kent Heitholt — but he eventually won his freedom and even appeared on The Amazing Race.

By Jessica O'Connor Mar 25, 2022

The Wrongful Conviction Of Ryan Ferguson, Who Served Nearly 10 Years In Prison For A Murder He Didn’t Commit

Ryan Ferguson spent nine years and eight months behind bars for the murder of Kent Heitholt — but he eventually won his freedom and even appeared on The Amazing Race.

By Jessica O'Connor March 25, 2022