American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

Inside The Chilling Crimes Of Anthony Sowell, The ‘Cleveland Strangler’ Who Killed 11 Women And Lived With Their Remains

Between 2007 and 2009, Anthony Sowell killed 11 women and hid their decomposing remains in his house and backyard, creating a foul stench that ultimately pervaded the entire neighborhood.

By Neil Patmore Nov 22, 2024

Inside The Chilling Crimes Of Anthony Sowell, The ‘Cleveland Strangler’ Who Killed 11 Women And Lived With Their Remains

Between 2007 and 2009, Anthony Sowell killed 11 women and hid their decomposing remains in his house and backyard, creating a foul stench that ultimately pervaded the entire neighborhood.

By Neil Patmore November 22, 2024

The Life Of Nancy Ward, The Cherokee Woman Who Became A Champion For Peace With European Settlers

Although Nancy Ward, also known as Nanyehi, gained respect from her people by courageously leading a group of Cherokee warriors to victory against an enemy tribe, she later dedicated her life to establishing a peaceful coexistence with white settlers.

By Genevieve Carlton Nov 21, 2024

The Life Of Nancy Ward, The Cherokee Woman Who Became A Champion For Peace With European Settlers

By Genevieve Carlton November 21, 2024

This Incredibly Rare Revolutionary War Medal Thought To Be Lost Forever Turned Up At An Auction

The Daniel Morgan at Cowpens medal was made to honor the Revolutionary War general in 1789 and replaced in 1839 when the original was stolen in a bank heist.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 21, 2024

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This Incredibly Rare Revolutionary War Medal Thought To Be Lost Forever Turned Up At An Auction

The Daniel Morgan at Cowpens medal was made to honor the Revolutionary War general in 1789 and replaced in 1839 when the original was stolen in a bank heist.

By Kaleena Fraga November 21, 2024

44 Gilded Age Photos That Reveal The Stark Wealth Inequality Of The Era

Coined by Mark Twain, the term "Gilded Age" described the glittering yet corrupt era that defined turn-of-the-century America.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 20, 2024

44 Gilded Age Photos That Reveal The Stark Wealth Inequality Of The Era

Coined by Mark Twain, the term "Gilded Age" described the glittering yet corrupt era that defined turn-of-the-century America.

By Kaleena Fraga November 20, 2024

Who Was Leo Ryan, The California Congressman Assassinated By Jim Jones’ Followers?

A maverick politician, Leo Ryan traveled to Guyana in November 1978 to investigate cult leader Jim Jones — and he paid for it with his life.

By Austin Harvey Nov 19, 2024

Who Was Leo Ryan, The California Congressman Assassinated By Jim Jones’ Followers?

A maverick politician, Leo Ryan traveled to Guyana in November 1978 to investigate cult leader Jim Jones — and he paid for it with his life.

By Austin Harvey November 19, 2024

The Story Of Brian Wells And The ‘Pizza Bomber’ Bank Robbery

On August 28, 2003, pizza delivery man Brian Wells was forced to rob a PNC bank in Erie, Pennsylvania — or else be blown up with an explosive collar.

By William DeLong Nov 19, 2024

The Story Of Brian Wells And The ‘Pizza Bomber’ Bank Robbery

On August 28, 2003, pizza delivery man Brian Wells was forced to rob a PNC bank in Erie, Pennsylvania — or else be blown up with an explosive collar.

By William DeLong November 19, 2024

Helter Skelter: Inside The Horrific True Story Of The Manson Family Murders

During the Manson murders, Charles Manson's followers gruesomely killed actress Sharon Tate and six others in Los Angeles on August 9 and 10, 1969.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 17, 2024

Helter Skelter: Inside The Horrific True Story Of The Manson Family Murders

During the Manson murders, Charles Manson's followers gruesomely killed actress Sharon Tate and six others in Los Angeles on August 9 and 10, 1969.

By Marco Margaritoff November 17, 2024

Was Herb Baumeister The ‘I-70 Strangler’? Inside The Case Against The Indiana Father Of Three

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Herb Baumeister allegedly murdered about two dozen gay men and boys, dumping their bodies along I-70 or burying them on his Fox Hollow Farm estate in Indiana.

By Wyatt Redd Nov 17, 2024

Was Herb Baumeister The ‘I-70 Strangler’? Inside The Case Against The Indiana Father Of Three

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Herb Baumeister allegedly murdered about two dozen gay men and boys, dumping their bodies along I-70 or burying them on his Fox Hollow Farm estate in Indiana.

By Wyatt Redd November 17, 2024

The True Story Of The Gunfight At The O.K. Corral, The Most Infamous Shootout Of The Wild West

On October 26, 1881, lawman Wyatt Earp, his brothers Morgan and Virgil, and his friend Doc Holliday faced off against five outlaws in Tombstone, Arizona — culminating in the shootout at the O.K. Corral.

By Mark Oliver Nov 17, 2024