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Inside Cargo Cults, The Melanesian Groups That Worship A Legendary American G.I.

In some South Pacific islands, cargo cults like the John Frum movement pray for planes to bring them material goods — just like American troops did during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 15, 2025

Inside Cargo Cults, The Melanesian Groups That Worship A Legendary American G.I.

In some South Pacific islands, cargo cults like the John Frum movement pray for planes to bring them material goods — just like American troops did during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 15, 2025

The Halifax Explosion: The Devastating Maritime Collision That Produced The Largest Explosion Of The Pre-Nuclear Age

On December 6, 1917, two ships collided in Nova Scotia's Halifax harbor — triggering a devastating explosion and tsunami that killed 1,800 people.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 8, 2025

The Halifax Explosion: The Devastating Maritime Collision That Produced The Largest Explosion Of The Pre-Nuclear Age

On December 6, 1917, two ships collided in Nova Scotia's Halifax harbor — triggering a devastating explosion and tsunami that killed 1,800 people.

By Austin Harvey • June 8, 2025

The Surprising Story Behind Antarctica’s Blood Falls, The Glacier That Seems To Be Gushing Blood

It took a century for scientists to figure out the reason for Blood Falls' crimson water — and how it flows out of the glacier.

By John Kuroski • Jun 1, 2025

The Surprising Story Behind Antarctica’s Blood Falls, The Glacier That Seems To Be Gushing Blood

It took a century for scientists to figure out the reason for Blood Falls' crimson water — and how it flows out of the glacier.

By John Kuroski • June 1, 2025

33 Photos Of Black American Soldiers Who Fought In The Civil War — And The Untold History Behind Them

At first, Black men weren't allowed to fight for the Union Army during the Civil War, but by the end of the conflict, President Abraham Lincoln himself said that the war could not have been won without them.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 1, 2025

33 Photos Of Black American Soldiers Who Fought In The Civil War — And The Untold History Behind Them

At first, Black men weren't allowed to fight for the Union Army during the Civil War, but by the end of the conflict, President Abraham Lincoln himself said that the war could not have been won without them.

By Austin Harvey • June 1, 2025

Inside The Vietnam War’s Battle Of Huế — That Devolved Into A Massacre Of Thousands Of Civilians

Lasting just over a month in 1968, the Battle of Huế was one of North Vietnam's bloodiest attacks during the Tet Offensive — and it was later credited with souring the American public's opinion on the Vietnam War.

By Austin Harvey • May 29, 2025

Inside The Vietnam War’s Battle Of Huế — That Devolved Into A Massacre Of Thousands Of Civilians

Lasting just over a month in 1968, the Battle of Huế was one of North Vietnam's bloodiest attacks during the Tet Offensive — and it was later credited with souring the American public's opinion on the Vietnam War.

By Austin Harvey • May 29, 2025

33 Photos That Show How Led Zeppelin Changed The History Of Rock Music

Led Zeppelin formed in 1968, and within just three years, they were the biggest rock band in the world — but their meteoric rise to fame was marked by scandal and tragedy.

By Austin Harvey • May 28, 2025

33 Photos That Show How Led Zeppelin Changed The History Of Rock Music

Led Zeppelin formed in 1968, and within just three years, they were the biggest rock band in the world — but their meteoric rise to fame was marked by scandal and tragedy.

By Austin Harvey • May 28, 2025

55 Haunting Photos Of Famous People That Were Taken Shortly Before Their Deaths

From Che Guevara to Charlie Chaplin to the Challenger space shuttle crew, these poignant photos capture historical figures who left a lasting mark on the world.

By Erin Kelly • May 18, 2025

55 Haunting Photos Of Famous People That Were Taken Shortly Before Their Deaths

From Che Guevara to Charlie Chaplin to the Challenger space shuttle crew, these poignant photos capture historical figures who left a lasting mark on the world.

By Erin Kelly • May 18, 2025

How Thomas Nast’s Cartoons Transformed American Life And Culture

Throughout the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the early years of the Gilded Age, Thomas Nast used his political cartoons published in Harper's Weekly to satirize current events, expose corruption, and even influence elections.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 15, 2025

How Thomas Nast’s Cartoons Transformed American Life And Culture

Throughout the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the early years of the Gilded Age, Thomas Nast used his political cartoons published in Harper's Weekly to satirize current events, expose corruption, and even influence elections.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 15, 2025

33 Iconic Pictures Of Elvis, From His 1950s Superstardom To His Tragic Decline And Death

These photos of Elvis Presley capture the tumultuous arc of his life and career, from "Heartbreak Hotel" and his marriage to Priscilla, to his drug use and early demise in 1977 at the age of just 42.

By Austin Harvey • May 13, 2025

33 Iconic Pictures Of Elvis, From His 1950s Superstardom To His Tragic Decline And Death

These photos of Elvis Presley capture the tumultuous arc of his life and career, from "Heartbreak Hotel" and his marriage to Priscilla, to his drug use and early demise in 1977 at the age of just 42.

By Austin Harvey • May 13, 2025

Inside The Celebratory Story Of VE Day, The Official End Of World War II In Europe

On Victory in Europe Day, massive parties and parades erupted across Britain, the United States, and other Allied countries to celebrate the surrender of Nazi Germany.

By Austin Harvey • May 8, 2025

Inside The Celebratory Story Of VE Day, The Official End Of World War II In Europe

On Victory in Europe Day, massive parties and parades erupted across Britain, the United States, and other Allied countries to celebrate the surrender of Nazi Germany.

By Austin Harvey • May 8, 2025