american history

Video Of The Day: The Real History Of Kwanzaa

Discover how Kwanzaa became an African-American holiday.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 26, 2015

Video Of The Day: The Real History Of Kwanzaa

Discover how Kwanzaa became an African-American holiday.

By All That's Interesting • December 26, 2015

21 Serial Killer Quotes That Will Chill You To The Bone

These serial killer quotes from monsters like Ted Bundy and Charles Manson will haunt your nightmares and reveal the darkest depths of human evil.

By John Kuroski • Dec 9, 2015

21 Serial Killer Quotes That Will Chill You To The Bone

These serial killer quotes from monsters like Ted Bundy and Charles Manson will haunt your nightmares and reveal the darkest depths of human evil.

By John Kuroski • December 9, 2015

Photo Of The Day: The Last Man On The Moon

Apollo 17 launched 43 years ago with the crew of the last men to land on the Moon. Their legacy, and the future of Moon missions, is still being written.

By Nickolaus Hines • Dec 7, 2015

Photo Of The Day: The Last Man On The Moon

Apollo 17 launched 43 years ago with the crew of the last men to land on the Moon. Their legacy, and the future of Moon missions, is still being written.

By Nickolaus Hines • December 7, 2015

A Brief History Of Gun Control Legislation In America

Even though the Second Amendment is a supposedly "inalienable" right, our interpretation of it has changed over the years.

By Abby Norman • Dec 3, 2015

A Brief History Of Gun Control Legislation In America

Even though the Second Amendment is a supposedly "inalienable" right, our interpretation of it has changed over the years.

By Abby Norman • December 3, 2015

In 1955, A “Woman’s Car” Actually Existed, And It Came With A Purse

A closer look at one of the most disastrously sexist products ever, the 1955 Dodge La Femme.

By Erin Kelly • Dec 3, 2015

In 1955, A “Woman’s Car” Actually Existed, And It Came With A Purse

A closer look at one of the most disastrously sexist products ever, the 1955 Dodge La Femme.

By Erin Kelly • December 3, 2015

The Unbelievable Life Of Edwin Hubble And His Contributions To Astrophysics

From multiple bachelors and graduate degrees to serving in World War 1. The multilingual mathematician, physicist, and astronomer led quite the life.

By Nickolaus Hines • Nov 20, 2015

The Unbelievable Life Of Edwin Hubble And His Contributions To Astrophysics

From multiple bachelors and graduate degrees to serving in World War 1. The multilingual mathematician, physicist, and astronomer led quite the life.

By Nickolaus Hines • November 20, 2015

Children From Early 20th Century America Probably Worked Harder Than You

It was only in the mid 20th century that the US enacted federal standards regarding child labor. We look back on that in photos.

By Erin Kelly • Nov 16, 2015

Children From Early 20th Century America Probably Worked Harder Than You

It was only in the mid 20th century that the US enacted federal standards regarding child labor. We look back on that in photos.

By Erin Kelly • November 16, 2015

Civil Rights And Sit Ins: How A Young Bernie Sanders Was Shaped By Grassroots Politics

Bernie Sanders' early political career was molded by economic uncertainty and social upheaval—situations that are all too familiar to most voters today.

By Abby Norman • Nov 14, 2015

Civil Rights And Sit Ins: How A Young Bernie Sanders Was Shaped By Grassroots Politics

Bernie Sanders' early political career was molded by economic uncertainty and social upheaval—situations that are all too familiar to most voters today.

By Abby Norman • November 14, 2015

19 Haunting Facts Behind The USS Constitution, America’s Most Important Warship

From her battles with pirates to the ghosts that walk her deck, these are the most amazing USS Constitution facts.

By Nickolaus Hines • Nov 11, 2015

19 Haunting Facts Behind The USS Constitution, America’s Most Important Warship

From her battles with pirates to the ghosts that walk her deck, these are the most amazing USS Constitution facts.

By Nickolaus Hines • November 11, 2015

Meet Sergeant Stubby, The Canine Hero Of World War I

How a dog named Sergeant Stubby participated in 17 battles, rose to the rank of sergeant, and became a national icon.

By Nickolaus Hines • Nov 6, 2015

Meet Sergeant Stubby, The Canine Hero Of World War I

How a dog named Sergeant Stubby participated in 17 battles, rose to the rank of sergeant, and became a national icon.

By Nickolaus Hines • November 6, 2015

The Invisible Empire: Famous KKK Members In American Politics

These famous KKK members reached the highest ranks of power in the U.S. government and shaped our history.

By Richard Stockton • Nov 5, 2015

The Invisible Empire: Famous KKK Members In American Politics

These famous KKK members reached the highest ranks of power in the U.S. government and shaped our history.

By Richard Stockton • November 5, 2015

Photo Proof That Sleaziness In Times Square Isn’t Actually New

While New York City mayor Bill De Blasio has recently presented the topless Times Square performers as supposed threats to the “family friendly” space, the truth is that the hyper-packed commercial intersection has been a hotbed for sin for decades — and Maggie Hopp has the photos to prove it....

By Erin Kelly • Oct 29, 2015

Photo Proof That Sleaziness In Times Square Isn’t Actually New

While New York City mayor Bill De Blasio has recently presented the topless Times Square performers as supposed threats to the “family friendly” space, the truth is that the hyper-packed commercial intersection has been a hotbed for sin for decades — and Maggie Hopp has the photos to prove it....

By Erin Kelly • October 29, 2015