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Inside The Enigmatic Story Of Yasuke, The Black Samurai Of 16th-Century Japan

The first African man to become a samurai, Yasuke certainly made a mark on feudal Japan — though much about his life remains a mystery.

By Gina Dimuro • Jul 26, 2022

Inside The Enigmatic Story Of Yasuke, The Black Samurai Of 16th-Century Japan

The first African man to become a samurai, Yasuke certainly made a mark on feudal Japan — though much about his life remains a mystery.

By Gina Dimuro • July 26, 2022

Byron De La Beckwith, The Klansman Who Nearly Got Away With Killing Civil Rights Leader Medgar Evers

Despite being tried by two juries, Byron De La Beckwith was not convicted of murdering Medgar Evers in his own driveway in 1963 — until 30 years after the crime.

By Jessica O'Connor • Jul 26, 2022

Byron De La Beckwith, The Klansman Who Nearly Got Away With Killing Civil Rights Leader Medgar Evers

Despite being tried by two juries, Byron De La Beckwith was not convicted of murdering Medgar Evers in his own driveway in 1963 — until 30 years after the crime.

By Jessica O'Connor • July 26, 2022

The True Story Of Nathan Hale, The Revolutionary War Hero Who Became A Martyr

On September 22, 1776, a 21-year-old spy for George Washington's Continental Army named Nathan Hale was hanged by the British. His untimely death inspired Washington to establish an espionage ring that ultimately helped America win the war.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jul 25, 2022

The True Story Of Nathan Hale, The Revolutionary War Hero Who Became A Martyr

On September 22, 1776, a 21-year-old spy for George Washington's Continental Army named Nathan Hale was hanged by the British. His untimely death inspired Washington to establish an espionage ring that ultimately helped America win the war.

By Genevieve Carlton • July 25, 2022

The Life And Death Of George Tiller, The Abortion Provider Who Was Murdered Because He Refused To Close His Clinic

Anti-abortion activists spent years trying to shut down Dr. George Tiller's clinic, which was one of the only places in the nation that provided late-term abortions — until one extremist shot him in the head while he was at church in 2009.

By Jessica O'Connor • Jul 23, 2022

The Life And Death Of George Tiller, The Abortion Provider Who Was Murdered Because He Refused To Close His Clinic

Anti-abortion activists spent years trying to shut down Dr. George Tiller's clinic, which was one of the only places in the nation that provided late-term abortions — until one extremist shot him in the head while he was at church in 2009.

By Jessica O'Connor • July 23, 2022

This Week In History News, Jul. 17 – 23

"Monumental" Roman city uncovered in Spain, England's oldest shipwreck found in Dorset, decades-old murder case solved in New Jersey.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 22, 2022

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This Week In History News, Jul. 17 – 23

"Monumental" Roman city uncovered in Spain, England's oldest shipwreck found in Dorset, decades-old murder case solved in New Jersey.

By All That's Interesting • July 22, 2022

The Fascinating History Of The Drinking Horn, The Thirst-Quenching Vessel Of Viking Legend

Though it's most often associated with the Vikings, the drinking horn has a long history that actually started more than 1,000 years before the vicious warriors ever left Scandinavia.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • Jul 21, 2022

The Fascinating History Of The Drinking Horn, The Thirst-Quenching Vessel Of Viking Legend

Though it's most often associated with the Vikings, the drinking horn has a long history that actually started more than 1,000 years before the vicious warriors ever left Scandinavia.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • July 21, 2022

Who Invented Ice Cream? Inside The Surprisingly Long History Of The World’s Favorite Frozen Treat

Frozen desserts date all the way back to ancient China around 200 B.C.E., but a staggering number of ice cream innovators over the centuries have helped perfect the treat we enjoy today.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 21, 2022

Who Invented Ice Cream? Inside The Surprisingly Long History Of The World’s Favorite Frozen Treat

Frozen desserts date all the way back to ancient China around 200 B.C.E., but a staggering number of ice cream innovators over the centuries have helped perfect the treat we enjoy today.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 21, 2022

Roy Benavidez, The Fearless Vietnam War Veteran Who Survived ‘Six Hours In Hell’

Green Beret Roy Benavidez earned the Medal of Honor when he ran into enemy fire armed with only a knife to save his fellow soldiers, sustaining such severe injuries that medics placed him into a body bag.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 20, 2022

Roy Benavidez, The Fearless Vietnam War Veteran Who Survived ‘Six Hours In Hell’

Green Beret Roy Benavidez earned the Medal of Honor when he ran into enemy fire armed with only a knife to save his fellow soldiers, sustaining such severe injuries that medics placed him into a body bag.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 20, 2022

The True Story Of Sundiata Keita, The ‘Lion King’ Who Founded The Mali Empire

Legend says Sundiata Keita was such a sickly child that he was spared by his father's enemies when they killed all of his brothers. He later took revenge for the murders — by launching one of the most powerful empires in African history.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 20, 2022

The True Story Of Sundiata Keita, The ‘Lion King’ Who Founded The Mali Empire

Legend says Sundiata Keita was such a sickly child that he was spared by his father's enemies when they killed all of his brothers. He later took revenge for the murders — by launching one of the most powerful empires in African history.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 20, 2022

This Cargo Vessel That Sank Seven Centuries Ago Has Just Been Declared The Oldest Shipwreck In English History

The ship was carrying marble for gravestones and other items when it sank in the 13th century likely during the reign of Henry III.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 20, 2022

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This Cargo Vessel That Sank Seven Centuries Ago Has Just Been Declared The Oldest Shipwreck In English History

The ship was carrying marble for gravestones and other items when it sank in the 13th century likely during the reign of Henry III.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 20, 2022

7 Creepy Cold Cases Where The Killer And Victim Still Remain Unknown

From the unknown woman found dismembered in three suitcases in Pennsylvania to the "Lady of the Dunes" of Cape Cod, go inside history's most baffling cold cases.

By Erin Kelly • Jul 20, 2022

7 Creepy Cold Cases Where The Killer And Victim Still Remain Unknown

From the unknown woman found dismembered in three suitcases in Pennsylvania to the "Lady of the Dunes" of Cape Cod, go inside history's most baffling cold cases.

By Erin Kelly • July 20, 2022

Meet Rafael Pérez, The Crooked LAPD Officer Who Stole Pounds Of Cocaine And Inspired ‘Training Day’

In 1998, Rafael Pérez was arrested for stealing $800,000 worth of cocaine and later took a plea deal and exposed the LAPD's Rampart scandal.

By Neil Patmore • Jul 19, 2022

Meet Rafael Pérez, The Crooked LAPD Officer Who Stole Pounds Of Cocaine And Inspired ‘Training Day’

In 1998, Rafael Pérez was arrested for stealing $800,000 worth of cocaine and later took a plea deal and exposed the LAPD's Rampart scandal.

By Neil Patmore • July 19, 2022