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Who Is Henry Tandey, ‘The Man Who Didn’t Shoot Hitler’?

Adolf Hitler claimed that British war hero Henry Tandey nearly killed him during World War I, then changed his mind at the last moment. But did Hitler make this story up?

By Daniel Rennie • Jan 30, 2023

Who Is Henry Tandey, ‘The Man Who Didn’t Shoot Hitler’?

Adolf Hitler claimed that British war hero Henry Tandey nearly killed him during World War I, then changed his mind at the last moment. But did Hitler make this story up?

By Daniel Rennie • January 30, 2023

Angela Hitler Was The Führer’s Half-Sister — And The Mother Of His Teenage Love Interest

Angela Hitler was the Führer's favorite sister who remained loyal to him even after he began a romantic relationship with Angela's daughter, Geli Raubal.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • Jan 29, 2023

Angela Hitler Was The Führer’s Half-Sister — And The Mother Of His Teenage Love Interest

Angela Hitler was the Führer's favorite sister who remained loyal to him even after he began a romantic relationship with Angela's daughter, Geli Raubal.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • January 29, 2023

This Week In History News, Jan. 22 – 28

Ancient Hun warrior's tomb uncovered in Romania, lost van Dyck found in a New York barn, prehistoric whale skull discovered in Maryland.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 27, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jan. 22 – 28

Ancient Hun warrior's tomb uncovered in Romania, lost van Dyck found in a New York barn, prehistoric whale skull discovered in Maryland.

By All That's Interesting • January 27, 2023

Inside The Fascinating World Of Valley Of The Dawn, The UFO-Based Religion Founded By A Brazilian Truck Driver

Founded in the 1960s by Brazilian mystic Neiva Chaves Zelaya, Valley of the Dawn, a.k.a. Vale do Amanhecer, claims that its followers are reincarnated aliens.

By Erin Kelly • Jan 26, 2023

Inside The Fascinating World Of Valley Of The Dawn, The UFO-Based Religion Founded By A Brazilian Truck Driver

Founded in the 1960s by Brazilian mystic Neiva Chaves Zelaya, Valley of the Dawn, a.k.a. Vale do Amanhecer, claims that its followers are reincarnated aliens.

By Erin Kelly • January 26, 2023

Who Was Adolf Hitler’s Mother? The Little-Known Story Of Klara Hitler

The devoted mother of Adolf Hitler, Klara Hitler died of cancer in December 1907 while in the care of a Jewish doctor, leading some to speculate that this tragedy set the future dictator on his deadly path.

By Gina Dimuro • Jan 26, 2023

Who Was Adolf Hitler’s Mother? The Little-Known Story Of Klara Hitler

The devoted mother of Adolf Hitler, Klara Hitler died of cancer in December 1907 while in the care of a Jewish doctor, leading some to speculate that this tragedy set the future dictator on his deadly path.

By Gina Dimuro • January 26, 2023

The Death Of Nancy Spungen, Sid Vicious’ Doomed Girlfriend

One of the most infamous punk-rock groupies, 20-year-old Nancy Spungen was found fatally stabbed at the Chelsea Hotel in 1978. Was her boyfriend Sid Vicious to blame?

By Katie Serena • Jan 25, 2023

The Death Of Nancy Spungen, Sid Vicious’ Doomed Girlfriend

One of the most infamous punk-rock groupies, 20-year-old Nancy Spungen was found fatally stabbed at the Chelsea Hotel in 1978. Was her boyfriend Sid Vicious to blame?

By Katie Serena • January 25, 2023

How A Stretch Of Road Between Kuwait And Iraq Became Known As The ‘Highway Of Death’

At the close of the Persian Gulf War, American forces carried out a 10-hour bombardment on Highway 80 that left hundreds dead and destroyed up to 2,700 vehicles.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 25, 2023

How A Stretch Of Road Between Kuwait And Iraq Became Known As The ‘Highway Of Death’

At the close of the Persian Gulf War, American forces carried out a 10-hour bombardment on Highway 80 that left hundreds dead and destroyed up to 2,700 vehicles.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 25, 2023

33 Incredible Photos From The California Gold Rush, The Mining Craze That Captivated The World

The discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in January 1848 sparked a mass migration to California — but not everyone was lucky enough to strike it rich.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 24, 2023

33 Incredible Photos From The California Gold Rush, The Mining Craze That Captivated The World

The discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in January 1848 sparked a mass migration to California — but not everyone was lucky enough to strike it rich.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 24, 2023

The Tragic Story Of The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster — And How It Could Have Been Avoided

Millions around the world watched on February 1, 2003, when the Space Shuttle Columbia was ripped apart upon re-entry, and NASA investigations later revealed that the tragedy was likely preventable.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 23, 2023

The Tragic Story Of The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster — And How It Could Have Been Avoided

Millions around the world watched on February 1, 2003, when the Space Shuttle Columbia was ripped apart upon re-entry, and NASA investigations later revealed that the tragedy was likely preventable.

By Austin Harvey • January 23, 2023

Rare Van Dyck Painting Found In Farmer’s Shed Covered In Bird Droppings Expected To Sell For Up To $3 Million

The painting, found by a part-time art collector in a New York shed, is believed to be over four centuries old and a classic example of a Dutch Golden Age painting.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 23, 2023

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Rare Van Dyck Painting Found In Farmer’s Shed Covered In Bird Droppings Expected To Sell For Up To $3 Million

The painting, found by a part-time art collector in a New York shed, is believed to be over four centuries old and a classic example of a Dutch Golden Age painting.

By Amber Morgan • January 23, 2023

The Story Of Nannie Doss, The ‘Giggling Granny’ Who Spent Decades Murdering Her Husbands And Relatives

"I was searching for the perfect mate," Nannie Doss told police, after she was arrested for murdering her husbands. "The real romance in life."

By William DeLong • Jan 23, 2023

The Story Of Nannie Doss, The ‘Giggling Granny’ Who Spent Decades Murdering Her Husbands And Relatives

"I was searching for the perfect mate," Nannie Doss told police, after she was arrested for murdering her husbands. "The real romance in life."

By William DeLong • January 23, 2023

The Tragic Death Of Otto Warmbier, The American Student Who Was Accused Of Stealing A Poster In North Korea

In 2016, Otto Warmbier was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor for allegedly stealing a propaganda poster from a North Korean hotel, but he suffered a brain injury that rendered him comatose immediately after his trial — and he died without ever telling his side of the story.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 21, 2023

The Tragic Death Of Otto Warmbier, The American Student Who Was Accused Of Stealing A Poster In North Korea

In 2016, Otto Warmbier was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor for allegedly stealing a propaganda poster from a North Korean hotel, but he suffered a brain injury that rendered him comatose immediately after his trial — and he died without ever telling his side of the story.

By Austin Harvey • January 21, 2023