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A Brief History Of Birth Control

The history of birth control - from ancient herbal concoctions to vaginal glow sticks - will make you thankful for modern contraceptives.

By Savannah Cox • Oct 25, 2014

A Brief History Of Birth Control

The history of birth control - from ancient herbal concoctions to vaginal glow sticks - will make you thankful for modern contraceptives.

By Savannah Cox • October 25, 2014

When Texas Sprayed DDT On Citizens To Prevent Polio

Years before the polio vaccine and Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring" were born into existence, pesticides like DDT were thought to cure most ailments.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • Oct 12, 2014

When Texas Sprayed DDT On Citizens To Prevent Polio

Years before the polio vaccine and Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring" were born into existence, pesticides like DDT were thought to cure most ailments.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • October 12, 2014

23 Powerful Photographs of Vintage San Francisco

San Francisco is best known for the lazy fog that drapes its steep, geometric hills. The city, which was first founded in June 1776, is home to a number of beloved tourist attractions and landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. In this gallery of vintage San Francisco...

By Kiri Picone • Oct 2, 2014

23 Powerful Photographs of Vintage San Francisco

San Francisco is best known for the lazy fog that drapes its steep, geometric hills. The city, which was first founded in June 1776, is home to a number of beloved tourist attractions and landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. In this gallery of vintage San Francisco...

By Kiri Picone • October 2, 2014

34 Black And White Photos Restored With Brilliant Color

Get a whole new perspective on history's most important people and events with these thirty-four black and white photos brilliantly restored in color.

By All That's Interesting • Sep 30, 2014

34 Black And White Photos Restored With Brilliant Color

Get a whole new perspective on history's most important people and events with these thirty-four black and white photos brilliantly restored in color.

By All That's Interesting • September 30, 2014

Thank The Leaders Of The Suffrage Movement For Your Independence

To create lasting change--regardless of the area--it takes consistent, joint efforts. The same can be said about the Suffrage Movement.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • Jul 4, 2014

Thank The Leaders Of The Suffrage Movement For Your Independence

To create lasting change--regardless of the area--it takes consistent, joint efforts. The same can be said about the Suffrage Movement.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • July 4, 2014

A Brief History Of The American Flag

In honor of the Fourth of July, we peek into history to track the evolution of the American Flag.

By Kiri Picone • Jul 3, 2014

A Brief History Of The American Flag

In honor of the Fourth of July, we peek into history to track the evolution of the American Flag.

By Kiri Picone • July 3, 2014

When The New York City Subway Was The Most Dangerous Place On Earth

Venture back to the 1980s in this photo gallery, when the New York City subway was the most dangerous mass transit system on the planet.

By Alexander Baldwin • Jul 2, 2014

When The New York City Subway Was The Most Dangerous Place On Earth

Venture back to the 1980s in this photo gallery, when the New York City subway was the most dangerous mass transit system on the planet.

By Alexander Baldwin • July 2, 2014

5 Reasons Maria Mitchell Was A Total Bad Ass

"We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but is somewhat beauty and poetry.” - Maria Mitchell

By Savannah Cox • Jun 26, 2014

5 Reasons Maria Mitchell Was A Total Bad Ass

"We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but is somewhat beauty and poetry.” - Maria Mitchell

By Savannah Cox • June 26, 2014

12 Badass Revolutionary War Women You’ve Never Heard Of

A fascinating look at the history of twelve Revolutionary War women who, when it comes to bravery, have shown up their male counterparts.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • Jun 20, 2014

12 Badass Revolutionary War Women You’ve Never Heard Of

A fascinating look at the history of twelve Revolutionary War women who, when it comes to bravery, have shown up their male counterparts.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • June 20, 2014

The Battle Of Cowpens And The Ruse That Turned The American Revolution

Before the Revolutionary War's Battle of Cowpens, the colonists were in danger of losing the South to the British — but one man's military genius turned the tide of the war.

By John Kuroski • Jun 10, 2014

The Battle Of Cowpens And The Ruse That Turned The American Revolution

Before the Revolutionary War's Battle of Cowpens, the colonists were in danger of losing the South to the British — but one man's military genius turned the tide of the war.

By John Kuroski • June 10, 2014

The (Seriously Sweet) History of Doughnuts

Each year we celebrate National Doughnut Day, a holiday erected in 1938 to honor the Salvation Army’s “Doughnut Lassies.” Today, the doughnut holiday means free doughnuts (and other sweet perks) from many local shops. While it can be hard to imagine a world without maple bacon bars and apple pie...

By Kiri Picone • Jun 6, 2014

The (Seriously Sweet) History of Doughnuts

Each year we celebrate National Doughnut Day, a holiday erected in 1938 to honor the Salvation Army’s “Doughnut Lassies.” Today, the doughnut holiday means free doughnuts (and other sweet perks) from many local shops. While it can be hard to imagine a world without maple bacon bars and apple pie...

By Kiri Picone • June 6, 2014

What Remains Of The 1893 Chicago World’s Fair Today

Bringing in the world's best and brightest innovators, the 1893 Chicago World's Fair transformed the way we look at exhibitions forever.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • Jun 4, 2014

What Remains Of The 1893 Chicago World’s Fair Today

Bringing in the world's best and brightest innovators, the 1893 Chicago World's Fair transformed the way we look at exhibitions forever.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • June 4, 2014