History Articles And Galleries That Bring The Past To Life

How Al Jorden Made Doris Day’s Life A Living Hell

Doris Day was regularly beaten by her first husband, Al Jorden. When she was pregnant, he even tried to induce a miscarriage after she refused to get an abortion.

By Aimee Lamoureux Apr 16, 2018

How Al Jorden Made Doris Day’s Life A Living Hell

Doris Day was regularly beaten by her first husband, Al Jorden. When she was pregnant, he even tried to induce a miscarriage after she refused to get an abortion.

By Aimee Lamoureux April 16, 2018

The Lost Dutchman Mine: The Greatest Gold Horde That’s Never Been Found

See why treasure hunters are still drawn to Arizona's Superstition Mountains by the lure of the fabled Lost Dutchman Mine and the promise of untold riches.

By Gina Dimuro Apr 16, 2018

The Lost Dutchman Mine: The Greatest Gold Horde That’s Never Been Found

See why treasure hunters are still drawn to Arizona's Superstition Mountains by the lure of the fabled Lost Dutchman Mine and the promise of untold riches.

By Gina Dimuro April 16, 2018

Lifeguard Eddie Aikau Saved 500 People — But No One Could Save Him

Legendary surfer and lifeguard Eddie Aikau saved hundreds of lives on the beaches of Hawaii in the 1960s and 1970s. But, in the end, he was the one who needed a rescue most of all.

By Aimee Lamoureux Apr 14, 2018

Lifeguard Eddie Aikau Saved 500 People — But No One Could Save Him

Legendary surfer and lifeguard Eddie Aikau saved hundreds of lives on the beaches of Hawaii in the 1960s and 1970s. But, in the end, he was the one who needed a rescue most of all.

By Aimee Lamoureux April 14, 2018

How Cathy Smith Went From Rock Groupie To Giving John Belushi An Overdose

Cathy Smith was a groupie who partied with the Stones, The Band, and various Hollywood stars. She was also the woman who gave John Belushi a fatal overdose.

By Katie Serena Apr 12, 2018

How Cathy Smith Went From Rock Groupie To Giving John Belushi An Overdose

Cathy Smith was a groupie who partied with the Stones, The Band, and various Hollywood stars. She was also the woman who gave John Belushi a fatal overdose.

By Katie Serena April 12, 2018

The Terrifying Thugs Of India That Would Put Any Of Today’s Gangs To Shame

Even after their leader was gone, the Thugs of India ruled the streets with a deadly hand.

By Wyatt Redd Apr 12, 2018

The Terrifying Thugs Of India That Would Put Any Of Today’s Gangs To Shame

Even after their leader was gone, the Thugs of India ruled the streets with a deadly hand.

By Wyatt Redd April 12, 2018

Shocking Number Of Millennials Ignorant Of Holocaust, Poll Finds

Of 1,350 American adults interviewed, 70 percent say fewer people seem to care about the Holocaust than they used to.

By Kara Goldfarb Apr 12, 2018

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Shocking Number Of Millennials Ignorant Of Holocaust, Poll Finds

Of 1,350 American adults interviewed, 70 percent say fewer people seem to care about the Holocaust than they used to.

By Kara Goldfarb April 12, 2018

26 Weird Holidays And Bizarre Festivals From Around The World

From Japan's Kanamara Matsuri penis celebration to the gigantic La Tomatina food fight in Spain, experience some weird holidays and bizarre festivals from around the world.

By Laura Martisiute Apr 11, 2018

26 Weird Holidays And Bizarre Festivals From Around The World

From Japan's Kanamara Matsuri penis celebration to the gigantic La Tomatina food fight in Spain, experience some weird holidays and bizarre festivals from around the world.

By Laura Martisiute April 11, 2018

The Heinous Crimes Of Dagmar Overbye — The Baby-Burning Serial Killer

Dagmar Overbye pretended to be a child caretaker. But all she did was kill the children left in her care.

By All That's Interesting Apr 11, 2018

The Heinous Crimes Of Dagmar Overbye — The Baby-Burning Serial Killer

Dagmar Overbye pretended to be a child caretaker. But all she did was kill the children left in her care.

By All That's Interesting April 11, 2018

The Long And Fascinating History Of The President’s Resolute Desk

The Resolute Desk was a peace offering gift from Queen Victoria, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

By Katie Serena Apr 11, 2018

The Long And Fascinating History Of The President’s Resolute Desk

The Resolute Desk was a peace offering gift from Queen Victoria, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

By Katie Serena April 11, 2018

Chiune Sugihara – The Japanese Holocaust Savior You’ve Never Heard Of

Though he could have lost his job, and his life, if the government found out, Chiune Sugihara continued to risk it all to help every Jewish citizen he could.

By Gina Dimuro Apr 11, 2018

Chiune Sugihara – The Japanese Holocaust Savior You’ve Never Heard Of

Though he could have lost his job, and his life, if the government found out, Chiune Sugihara continued to risk it all to help every Jewish citizen he could.

By Gina Dimuro April 11, 2018

The True Story Behind The Most Iconic Image Of The Civil Rights Movement

The photo of Hazel Bryan screaming at Elizabeth Eckford is jarring enough, but the story of their subsequent reconciliation and friendship is just as fascinating.

By Aimee Lamoureux Apr 11, 2018

The True Story Behind The Most Iconic Image Of The Civil Rights Movement

The photo of Hazel Bryan screaming at Elizabeth Eckford is jarring enough, but the story of their subsequent reconciliation and friendship is just as fascinating.

By Aimee Lamoureux April 11, 2018