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This Week In History News, Feb. 14 – 20

Viking treasure trove unearthed, ancient Egyptian brewery found, Stonehenge's original site discovered.

By All That's Interesting Feb 19, 2021

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This Week In History News, Feb. 14 – 20

Viking treasure trove unearthed, ancient Egyptian brewery found, Stonehenge's original site discovered.

By All That's Interesting February 19, 2021

The Unbelievable True Story Of Eddie Chapman, The British Criminal-Turned-Spy Who Fooled The Nazis

After offering his criminal services to the Nazis in exchange for his freedom from jail, Eddie Chapman turned himself in to the British and became "Agent Zigzag."

By Morgan Dunn Feb 9, 2021

The Unbelievable True Story Of Eddie Chapman, The British Criminal-Turned-Spy Who Fooled The Nazis

After offering his criminal services to the Nazis in exchange for his freedom from jail, Eddie Chapman turned himself in to the British and became "Agent Zigzag."

By Morgan Dunn February 9, 2021

Inside ‘Phossy Jaw,’ The Deadly Condition That Plagued 19th-Century Matchstick Girls

Throughout industrial Britain and America, young women employed at matchmaking factories and working closely with toxic chemicals developed a brutal disease known as “phossy jaw" — which caused their jawbones to literally rot.

By Genevieve Carlton Feb 4, 2021

Inside ‘Phossy Jaw,’ The Deadly Condition That Plagued 19th-Century Matchstick Girls

By Genevieve Carlton February 4, 2021

15 Groundbreaking History News Stories From 2020

Explore the best history news articles of 2020, including a hidden letter unearthed at Auschwitz and the last survivor of an "extinct" Indigenous tribe.

By Marco Margaritoff Dec 30, 2020

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15 Groundbreaking History News Stories From 2020

Explore the best history news articles of 2020, including a hidden letter unearthed at Auschwitz and the last survivor of an "extinct" Indigenous tribe.

By Marco Margaritoff December 30, 2020

27 Victorian Death Photos — And The Disturbing History Behind Them

To this day, Victorian death pictures remain chilling artifacts of a bygone era that's shocking to modern sensibilities.

By Genevieve Carlton Dec 16, 2020

27 Victorian Death Photos — And The Disturbing History Behind Them

To this day, Victorian death pictures remain chilling artifacts of a bygone era that's shocking to modern sensibilities.

By Genevieve Carlton December 16, 2020

Meet Gregor MacGregor, The Scottish Con Artist Who Convinced Britain He Was The Prince Of A Nonexistent Colony

In 1821, Gregor MacGregor made a fortune off of European elites by selling them shares in his fake utopia — then got off scot-free.

By Leah Silverman Nov 30, 2020

Meet Gregor MacGregor, The Scottish Con Artist Who Convinced Britain He Was The Prince Of A Nonexistent Colony

In 1821, Gregor MacGregor made a fortune off of European elites by selling them shares in his fake utopia — then got off scot-free.

By Leah Silverman November 30, 2020

27 Bizarre Facts About The Victorian Era That You Didn’t Learn In School

From wife selling to mummy unwrapping, these Victorian era facts will make you so glad you live in the 21st century.

By Genevieve Carlton Nov 24, 2020

27 Bizarre Facts About The Victorian Era That You Didn’t Learn In School

From wife selling to mummy unwrapping, these Victorian era facts will make you so glad you live in the 21st century.

By Genevieve Carlton November 24, 2020

How A Spanish Motel Owner Named Juan Pujol García Duped The Nazis And Helped The Allies Win WWII

As a double agent for the British, Juan Pujol García used his espionage skills to help orchestrate the Nazis' downfall on D-Day.

By Leah Silverman Nov 19, 2020

How A Spanish Motel Owner Named Juan Pujol García Duped The Nazis And Helped The Allies Win WWII

As a double agent for the British, Juan Pujol García used his espionage skills to help orchestrate the Nazis' downfall on D-Day.

By Leah Silverman November 19, 2020

The Adventurous Life Of Sir John Franklin And The Doomed Arctic Voyage That Led To His Death

Sir John Franklin joined the British Royal Navy at 14 and went on to explore uncharted corners of the globe, but he's largely remembered for his failed Arctic expedition that ended in cannibalism.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 12, 2020

The Adventurous Life Of Sir John Franklin And The Doomed Arctic Voyage That Led To His Death

Sir John Franklin joined the British Royal Navy at 14 and went on to explore uncharted corners of the globe, but he's largely remembered for his failed Arctic expedition that ended in cannibalism.

By Marco Margaritoff November 12, 2020