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The Story Of The Mysterious Umbrella Man Who Conspiracy Theorists Think Signaled JFK’s Assassination

In November 1963, President Kennedy was shot and killed as his motorcade passed in front of the "Umbrella Man." Did this shadowy figure conspire in the President's assassination?

By Katie Serena Sep 10, 2022

The Story Of The Mysterious Umbrella Man Who Conspiracy Theorists Think Signaled JFK’s Assassination

In November 1963, President Kennedy was shot and killed as his motorcade passed in front of the "Umbrella Man." Did this shadowy figure conspire in the President's assassination?

By Katie Serena September 10, 2022

Inside The Harrowing Escape Of 9/11 Survivor Michael Hingson And His Beloved Guide Dog

Blind since birth, Michael Hingson relied on his guide dog Roselle to lead him down 78 floors of the North Tower during the 9/11 terrorist attacks — and she did.

By Erin Kelly Sep 10, 2022

Inside The Harrowing Escape Of 9/11 Survivor Michael Hingson And His Beloved Guide Dog

Blind since birth, Michael Hingson relied on his guide dog Roselle to lead him down 78 floors of the North Tower during the 9/11 terrorist attacks — and she did.

By Erin Kelly September 10, 2022

This Week In History News, Sept. 4 – 10

Gold coins found under British couple's kitchen floor, 17th-century "vampire" unearthed in Poland, enormous dinosaur uncovered in Portuguese backyard.

By All That's Interesting Sep 9, 2022

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This Week In History News, Sept. 4 – 10

Gold coins found under British couple's kitchen floor, 17th-century "vampire" unearthed in Poland, enormous dinosaur uncovered in Portuguese backyard.

By All That's Interesting September 9, 2022

A Lost Fragment Of A Dead Sea Scroll Was Just Discovered — In A Montana Living Room

This tiny papyrus fragment is 2,700 years old and is one of just three that has ever been discovered from the First Temple Period.

By Kaleena Fraga Sep 9, 2022

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A Lost Fragment Of A Dead Sea Scroll Was Just Discovered — In A Montana Living Room

This tiny papyrus fragment is 2,700 years old and is one of just three that has ever been discovered from the First Temple Period.

By Kaleena Fraga September 9, 2022

Virginia Restaurant Apologizes For 9/11-Themed Menu — Including Items Like ‘Pentagon Pie’ And A ‘Remember-Tini’

The Clubhouse at Aquia Harbor's "Patriot Day 2022 Seafood Sunday" menu is just the latest in a long line of marketing gimmicks from brands trying to capitalize on tragedy.

By Austin Harvey Sep 9, 2022

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Virginia Restaurant Apologizes For 9/11-Themed Menu — Including Items Like ‘Pentagon Pie’ And A ‘Remember-Tini’

The Clubhouse at Aquia Harbor's "Patriot Day 2022 Seafood Sunday" menu is just the latest in a long line of marketing gimmicks from brands trying to capitalize on tragedy.

By Austin Harvey September 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth In World War II: The Little-Known Story Of ‘Princess Auto Mechanic’

The future Queen Elizabeth was barely a teenager when World War II erupted, but she was determined to do what she could for her country — and she soon became the first female member of the royal family to enlist in the British Army.

By Genevieve Carlton Sep 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth In World War II: The Little-Known Story Of ‘Princess Auto Mechanic’

By Genevieve Carlton September 9, 2022

27 Facts That Reveal The Total Devastation Of World War II

Go inside the 20th century's most calamitous conflict, from Adolf Hitler's invasion of Poland to America's atomic bombings of Japan.

By Kaleena Fraga Sep 8, 2022

27 Facts That Reveal The Total Devastation Of World War II

Go inside the 20th century's most calamitous conflict, from Adolf Hitler's invasion of Poland to America's atomic bombings of Japan.

By Kaleena Fraga September 8, 2022

How Many People Died In The American Civil War? The Staggering Death Toll Of America’s Bloodiest Conflict

At least 620,000 soldiers died during the American Civil War — more than two percent of the U.S. population — along with an untold number of civilian fatalities.

By Kaleena Fraga Sep 7, 2022

How Many People Died In The American Civil War? The Staggering Death Toll Of America’s Bloodiest Conflict

At least 620,000 soldiers died during the American Civil War — more than two percent of the U.S. population — along with an untold number of civilian fatalities.

By Kaleena Fraga September 7, 2022

Inside The Tragic Death Of Grace Kelly In A Mysterious Car Crash

One of Hollywood's most glamorous stars before she became Princess Grace of Monaco, Grace Kelly died the day after she crashed her car off a cliff near Monte Carlo in 1982.

By Kristen Winiarski Sep 7, 2022

Inside The Tragic Death Of Grace Kelly In A Mysterious Car Crash

One of Hollywood's most glamorous stars before she became Princess Grace of Monaco, Grace Kelly died the day after she crashed her car off a cliff near Monte Carlo in 1982.

By Kristen Winiarski September 7, 2022