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The Inspiring Story Of Joe Medicine Crow, The Plains War Chief Who Fought The Nazis During World War II

Born in 1913 on the Crow Reservation in Montana, Joseph Medicine Crow was raised in the warrior tradition of his people — which he put to good use while serving in France and Germany.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 23, 2021

The Inspiring Story Of Joe Medicine Crow, The Plains War Chief Who Fought The Nazis During World War II

Born in 1913 on the Crow Reservation in Montana, Joseph Medicine Crow was raised in the warrior tradition of his people — which he put to good use while serving in France and Germany.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 23, 2021

The Devastating History Of Diseases That The Pilgrims Brought To America

After the Pilgrims arrived in Massachusetts, the local Indigenous population fell from 30,000 to just 300 — within a decade.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 23, 2021

The Devastating History Of Diseases That The Pilgrims Brought To America

After the Pilgrims arrived in Massachusetts, the local Indigenous population fell from 30,000 to just 300 — within a decade.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 23, 2021

Rare Copy Of The US Constitution Sells For A Record-Breaking $43.2 Million

A crowdfunded cryptocurrency group called ConstitutionDAO added some drama to the auction by raising $40 million in hopes of buying the document but were ultimately outbid.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 23, 2021

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Rare Copy Of The US Constitution Sells For A Record-Breaking $43.2 Million

A crowdfunded cryptocurrency group called ConstitutionDAO added some drama to the auction by raising $40 million in hopes of buying the document but were ultimately outbid.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 23, 2021

9 Of The Most Powerful Native American Warriors From History

From famous chiefs like Sitting Bull to fearless leaders like Geronimo, discover the real stories behind the most fabled Native American warriors.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 23, 2021

9 Of The Most Powerful Native American Warriors From History

From famous chiefs like Sitting Bull to fearless leaders like Geronimo, discover the real stories behind the most fabled Native American warriors.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 23, 2021

The Hidden History Of The Tiananmen Square Massacre

Declassified reports and modern reexaminations reveal the widely covered-up horrors of the Tiananmen Square massacre that left as many as thousands dead in Beijing on June 4, 1989.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 23, 2021

The Hidden History Of The Tiananmen Square Massacre

Declassified reports and modern reexaminations reveal the widely covered-up horrors of the Tiananmen Square massacre that left as many as thousands dead in Beijing on June 4, 1989.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 23, 2021

How Chief Red Cloud Waged War With The U.S. Army Over His People’s Land — And Won

From 1866 to 1868, Sioux Chief Red Cloud successfully fought the expansion of white settlers into Oglala Lakota territory in Wyoming, Montana, and South Dakota.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 22, 2021

How Chief Red Cloud Waged War With The U.S. Army Over His People’s Land — And Won

From 1866 to 1868, Sioux Chief Red Cloud successfully fought the expansion of white settlers into Oglala Lakota territory in Wyoming, Montana, and South Dakota.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 22, 2021

9 Inspiring Native American Women Who Have Gone Tragically Overlooked In The History Books

From fierce female warriors to brave political activists, take a look at some of the most powerful and influential Native American women throughout history.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 22, 2021

9 Inspiring Native American Women Who Have Gone Tragically Overlooked In The History Books

From fierce female warriors to brave political activists, take a look at some of the most powerful and influential Native American women throughout history.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 22, 2021

Artist Recreates Ötzi The Iceman’s 5,300-Year-Old Tattoos On Her Body — Using Her Own Blood

Nicole Wilson was still in school when she learned about the Ice Age mummy. Stunned by the mysterious ink on his body, the now-adult artist took drastic measures to explore our history.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 22, 2021

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Artist Recreates Ötzi The Iceman’s 5,300-Year-Old Tattoos On Her Body — Using Her Own Blood

Nicole Wilson was still in school when she learned about the Ice Age mummy. Stunned by the mysterious ink on his body, the now-adult artist took drastic measures to explore our history.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 22, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena • Nov 22, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena • November 22, 2021

Ibogaine: The Psychedelic Drug Used By African Tribes, The CIA, And Opioid Addicts Who Are Trying To Quit

Though ibogaine has helped some people who are addicted to opioids, the drug remains controversial — and illegal in the United States.

By Katie Serena • Nov 22, 2021

Ibogaine: The Psychedelic Drug Used By African Tribes, The CIA, And Opioid Addicts Who Are Trying To Quit

Though ibogaine has helped some people who are addicted to opioids, the drug remains controversial — and illegal in the United States.

By Katie Serena • November 22, 2021