American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

J. Paul Getty, The Miserly Billionaire Who Did His Own Laundry — And Initially Refused To Pay His Kidnapped Grandson’s Ransom

Once the richest man in the world, oil tycoon J. Paul Getty was so frugal that he wouldn't pay his 16-year-old grandson's ransom — until his kidnappers cut off his ear and sent it to the family.

By Austin Harvey Dec 13, 2024

J. Paul Getty, The Miserly Billionaire Who Did His Own Laundry — And Initially Refused To Pay His Kidnapped Grandson’s Ransom

Once the richest man in the world, oil tycoon J. Paul Getty was so frugal that he wouldn't pay his 16-year-old grandson's ransom — until his kidnappers cut off his ear and sent it to the family.

By Austin Harvey December 13, 2024

The Lost Graves Of 28 Enslaved Laborers Were Just Found On President Andrew Jackson’s Nashville Estate

When Andrew Jackson died in 1845, 150 enslaved laborers lived and worked at his Nashville estate, the Hermitage.

By Amber Morgan Dec 13, 2024

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The Lost Graves Of 28 Enslaved Laborers Were Just Found On President Andrew Jackson’s Nashville Estate

When Andrew Jackson died in 1845, 150 enslaved laborers lived and worked at his Nashville estate, the Hermitage.

By Amber Morgan December 13, 2024

The Controversial Story Of ‘Mommie Dearest’ Joan Crawford And The Abuse She Allegedly Inflicted On Her Children

Joan Crawford is best known as one of Golden Age Hollywood's biggest stars — but after her death, her adopted daughter claimed that she'd physically and emotionally abused her children for decades.

By Austin Harvey Dec 12, 2024

The Controversial Story Of ‘Mommie Dearest’ Joan Crawford And The Abuse She Allegedly Inflicted On Her Children

Joan Crawford is best known as one of Golden Age Hollywood's biggest stars — but after her death, her adopted daughter claimed that she'd physically and emotionally abused her children for decades.

By Austin Harvey December 12, 2024

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The Little-Known Story Of Victoria DiGiorgio Gotti, The Devoted Wife Of Mafia Boss John Gotti

Victoria DiGiorgio Gotti stood by her infamous husband's side throughout his bloody rise to the top of the Gambino crime family, raising their five children while he spent years at a time behind bars.

By Austin Harvey Dec 12, 2024

The Little-Known Story Of Victoria DiGiorgio Gotti, The Devoted Wife Of Mafia Boss John Gotti

By Austin Harvey December 12, 2024

Astonishing Stories And Photos From The Worst Blizzards In History

From 50-foot snow drifts to 150-mph winds, step inside some of the biggest snow storms in modern history, including the Great Blizzard of 1888 and the 1993 Storm of the Century.

By Austin Harvey Dec 11, 2024

Astonishing Stories And Photos From The Worst Blizzards In History

From 50-foot snow drifts to 150-mph winds, step inside some of the biggest snow storms in modern history, including the Great Blizzard of 1888 and the 1993 Storm of the Century.

By Austin Harvey December 11, 2024

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Ruby Slippers Worn By Judy Garland In ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ Sell At Auction For $28 Million

This astonishing sale, in which the shoes' price exceeded estimates by $25 million, came 19 years after the slippers were stolen from Minnesota's Judy Garland Museum.

By Amber Morgan Dec 10, 2024

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Ruby Slippers Worn By Judy Garland In ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ Sell At Auction For $28 Million

This astonishing sale, in which the shoes' price exceeded estimates by $25 million, came 19 years after the slippers were stolen from Minnesota's Judy Garland Museum.

By Amber Morgan December 10, 2024

44 Haunting Images Of Abandoned Department Stores Across America And Beyond

From decaying escalators to empty shopping carts, these abandoned department stores are sure to send a chill down your spine.

By Austin Harvey Dec 9, 2024

44 Haunting Images Of Abandoned Department Stores Across America And Beyond

From decaying escalators to empty shopping carts, these abandoned department stores are sure to send a chill down your spine.

By Austin Harvey December 9, 2024

The Story Of Vic Morrow And His Gruesome Death During The ‘Twilight Zone’ Movie Accident

Vic Morrow was accidentally decapitated while filming a scene for Twilight Zone: The Movie when a helicopter hovering overhead crashed into him and two child actors.

By Amber Morgan Dec 9, 2024

The Story Of Vic Morrow And His Gruesome Death During The ‘Twilight Zone’ Movie Accident

Vic Morrow was accidentally decapitated while filming a scene for Twilight Zone: The Movie when a helicopter hovering overhead crashed into him and two child actors.

By Amber Morgan December 9, 2024