History Articles And Galleries That Bring The Past To Life

Carlos Hathcock Was A Sniper So Badass His Exploits Can Hardly Be Believed

Carlos Hathcock had 93 confirmed kills of enemy personnel during the Vietnam War, but he estimated the actual number to be between 300 and 400.

By Kara Goldfarb Nov 6, 2021

Carlos Hathcock Was A Sniper So Badass His Exploits Can Hardly Be Believed

Carlos Hathcock had 93 confirmed kills of enemy personnel during the Vietnam War, but he estimated the actual number to be between 300 and 400.

By Kara Goldfarb November 6, 2021

Henry Lee Lucas: The Depraved Serial Killer Who Confessed To Hundreds Of Murders

Drawn together by shared childhood trauma, Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole became lovers — then serial killers who terrorized America in the 1970s.

By Mark Oliver Nov 6, 2021

Henry Lee Lucas: The Depraved Serial Killer Who Confessed To Hundreds Of Murders

Drawn together by shared childhood trauma, Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole became lovers — then serial killers who terrorized America in the 1970s.

By Mark Oliver November 6, 2021

This Week In History News, Oct. 31 – Nov. 6

Ancient Greek swords found in stunning condition, holding cells for gladiators uncovered at Roman amphitheater, and Britain's oldest skull discovered to be a possible hoax.

By All That's Interesting Nov 5, 2021

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This Week In History News, Oct. 31 – Nov. 6

Ancient Greek swords found in stunning condition, holding cells for gladiators uncovered at Roman amphitheater, and Britain's oldest skull discovered to be a possible hoax.

By All That's Interesting November 5, 2021

An Israeli Court Just Halted The Auction Of A Nazi Tattoo Kit Used To Brand Prisoners At Auschwitz

The Auschwitz tattoo kit is one of only three others like it in the world and was expected to sell for up to $40,000 at auction in Israel.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 5, 2021

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An Israeli Court Just Halted The Auction Of A Nazi Tattoo Kit Used To Brand Prisoners At Auschwitz

The Auschwitz tattoo kit is one of only three others like it in the world and was expected to sell for up to $40,000 at auction in Israel.

By Marco Margaritoff November 5, 2021

‘Hangover Prevention’ Ring Discovered Amid Ruins Of Ancient Israeli Wine Factory

The gold and amethyst ring likely belonged to someone of great wealth and may have been a family heirloom.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 5, 2021

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‘Hangover Prevention’ Ring Discovered Amid Ruins Of Ancient Israeli Wine Factory

The gold and amethyst ring likely belonged to someone of great wealth and may have been a family heirloom.

By Kaleena Fraga November 5, 2021

From Nazi-Hunting To Covert Missions: Inside The Military Career Of Actor Christopher Lee

The celebrated British actor claimed to have served in a number of secret organizations during World War II, but some have accused him of exaggerating his role.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 5, 2021

From Nazi-Hunting To Covert Missions: Inside The Military Career Of Actor Christopher Lee

The celebrated British actor claimed to have served in a number of secret organizations during World War II, but some have accused him of exaggerating his role.

By Kaleena Fraga November 5, 2021

33 Unsettling Photographs Of The Challenger Explosion As It Unfolded

From the crew's last days of training to the moment the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded, see one of the worst disasters in American aerospace history as it happened.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 5, 2021

33 Unsettling Photographs Of The Challenger Explosion As It Unfolded

From the crew's last days of training to the moment the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded, see one of the worst disasters in American aerospace history as it happened.

By Natasha Ishak November 5, 2021

The Double Life Of Soccer Mom And Serial Killer Nurse, Kristen Gilbert

The bright snapshot of her suburban life belied a dark negative — Kristen Gilbert was a serial killer who preyed on the weakest victims: those she nursed.

By Andrew Milne Nov 5, 2021

The Double Life Of Soccer Mom And Serial Killer Nurse, Kristen Gilbert

The bright snapshot of her suburban life belied a dark negative — Kristen Gilbert was a serial killer who preyed on the weakest victims: those she nursed.

By Andrew Milne November 5, 2021