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A City On Fire: 24 Harrowing Photos Of The 1967 Detroit Riots

It’s since become known as the “Long Hot Summer.” Throughout the middle months of 1967, the United States experienced more than 150 race riots in cities across the country. And perhaps the worst rioting of the entire summer erupted in Detroit between July 23 and July 27. Despite the gains...

By Gabe Paoletti • Jul 23, 2017

A City On Fire: 24 Harrowing Photos Of The 1967 Detroit Riots

It’s since become known as the “Long Hot Summer.” Throughout the middle months of 1967, the United States experienced more than 150 race riots in cities across the country. And perhaps the worst rioting of the entire summer erupted in Detroit between July 23 and July 27. Despite the gains...

By Gabe Paoletti • July 23, 2017

When Farmers Ruled Hollywood: 24 Astounding Turn-Of-The-Century Photos

Today, it’s difficult to imagine that back in the 1870s, Hollywood was nothing more than a small agricultural community. Of course, back then it wasn’t called Hollywood, but was instead known as the Cahuenga Valley. This area was a frost-free belt that stretched along the base of the Santa Monica...

By Laura Martisiute • Jul 22, 2017

When Farmers Ruled Hollywood: 24 Astounding Turn-Of-The-Century Photos

Today, it’s difficult to imagine that back in the 1870s, Hollywood was nothing more than a small agricultural community. Of course, back then it wasn’t called Hollywood, but was instead known as the Cahuenga Valley. This area was a frost-free belt that stretched along the base of the Santa Monica...

By Laura Martisiute • July 22, 2017

This Week In History News, July 16 – July 27

French castle up for sale, 1940s couple found in glacier, Nazi cult case reopened, U.S. WWII remains located, 250-year-old wine uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 21, 2017

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This Week In History News, July 16 – July 27

French castle up for sale, 1940s couple found in glacier, Nazi cult case reopened, U.S. WWII remains located, 250-year-old wine uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • July 21, 2017

Stunning Photos Of The Crow Tribe Taken Just Before Their Culture Was All But Stamped Out

These one-of-a-kind early 20th-century photos depict the Crow tribe as their way of life was on the verge of changing forever.

By Mark Oliver • Jul 20, 2017

Stunning Photos Of The Crow Tribe Taken Just Before Their Culture Was All But Stamped Out

These one-of-a-kind early 20th-century photos depict the Crow tribe as their way of life was on the verge of changing forever.

By Mark Oliver • July 20, 2017

One Of Abraham Lincoln’s “Greatest Writings” Wasn’t Written By Lincoln, New Research Reveals

"The most sublime letter ever penned by the hand of man" wasn't written by the person you think.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 20, 2017

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One Of Abraham Lincoln’s “Greatest Writings” Wasn’t Written By Lincoln, New Research Reveals

"The most sublime letter ever penned by the hand of man" wasn't written by the person you think.

By All That's Interesting • July 20, 2017

The Apollo 11 Mission Through The Eyes Of The Astronauts And Their Families

The Apollo 11 moon landing was a moment of pride and excitement for the U.S. and the world — but for three women, it was also likely the most agonizing and terrifying eight days of their lives. Jan Armstrong, Joan Aldrin, and Pat Collins could do nothing but sit, watch,...

By Mark Oliver • Jul 19, 2017

The Apollo 11 Mission Through The Eyes Of The Astronauts And Their Families

The Apollo 11 moon landing was a moment of pride and excitement for the U.S. and the world — but for three women, it was also likely the most agonizing and terrifying eight days of their lives. Jan Armstrong, Joan Aldrin, and Pat Collins could do nothing but sit, watch,...

By Mark Oliver • July 19, 2017

Todd Webb’s New York: 26 Intimate Photos Of The City And Its People After WWII

After the stock market crash of 1929, a young Todd Webb was left jobless and broke. He ventured out in search of gold and dabbled briefly in firefighting before returning, defeated, to Detroit in 1938. That’s when the amateur artist bought his first camera. After attending a workshop with photography...

By All That's Interesting • Jul 19, 2017

Todd Webb’s New York: 26 Intimate Photos Of The City And Its People After WWII

After the stock market crash of 1929, a young Todd Webb was left jobless and broke. He ventured out in search of gold and dabbled briefly in firefighting before returning, defeated, to Detroit in 1938. That’s when the amateur artist bought his first camera. After attending a workshop with photography...

By All That's Interesting • July 19, 2017

The Collyer Brothers: The Original Hoarders Of The 1930s

The Collyer brothers holed up inside their house for more than a decade, amassing 120 tons of junk that ultimately killed them.

By Gabe Paoletti • Jul 18, 2017

The Collyer Brothers: The Original Hoarders Of The 1930s

The Collyer brothers holed up inside their house for more than a decade, amassing 120 tons of junk that ultimately killed them.

By Gabe Paoletti • July 18, 2017

Settling Alaska: 47 Photographs From When Americans Moved Up North

When the first Americans settled into Alaska, the land and the natives who lived in it went through some profound changes.

By Mark Oliver • Jul 16, 2017

Settling Alaska: 47 Photographs From When Americans Moved Up North

When the first Americans settled into Alaska, the land and the natives who lived in it went through some profound changes.

By Mark Oliver • July 16, 2017

33 American WWII Propaganda Posters That Weren’t Always Politically Correct

Every country involved in World War 2 was busy producing propaganda in order to increase support for its war efforts. And the Allies were especially keen on promoting their own virtues and igniting the public’s hatred towards the enemy Axis powers. However, the American government did not particularly like the...

By Laura Martisiute • Jul 15, 2017

33 American WWII Propaganda Posters That Weren’t Always Politically Correct

Every country involved in World War 2 was busy producing propaganda in order to increase support for its war efforts. And the Allies were especially keen on promoting their own virtues and igniting the public’s hatred towards the enemy Axis powers. However, the American government did not particularly like the...

By Laura Martisiute • July 15, 2017