History Articles And Galleries That Bring The Past To Life

Sylvester Magee Claimed To Be 130 Years Old – And That’s Not Even The Craziest Part

Sylvester Magee was born a slave, enlisted in the war as a Confederate, defected and fought for the Union, then lived to be 130 years old.

By Katie Serena Jun 12, 2018

Sylvester Magee Claimed To Be 130 Years Old – And That’s Not Even The Craziest Part

Sylvester Magee was born a slave, enlisted in the war as a Confederate, defected and fought for the Union, then lived to be 130 years old.

By Katie Serena June 12, 2018

Karl Denke Not Only Ate His Victims, He Sold Them As “Pork” To Unwitting Customers

Karl Denke was an upstanding member of his community – until they realized he was turning humans into pickled pork, belts, and suspenders.

By William DeLong Jun 11, 2018

Karl Denke Not Only Ate His Victims, He Sold Them As “Pork” To Unwitting Customers

Karl Denke was an upstanding member of his community – until they realized he was turning humans into pickled pork, belts, and suspenders.

By William DeLong June 11, 2018

This Is The World’s Oldest Tree – Or Is It?

The tree sprung up in 7550 B.C., making it older than recorded history.

By Aimee Lamoureux Jun 11, 2018

This Is The World’s Oldest Tree – Or Is It?

The tree sprung up in 7550 B.C., making it older than recorded history.

By Aimee Lamoureux June 11, 2018

The Story Behind ‘Green Boots’ Tsewang Paljor, Mount Everest’s Most Famous Dead Body

Hundreds of people have passed by the body of Tsewang Paljor, better known as Green Boots, but few of them actually know his story.

By Gina Dimuro Jun 8, 2018

The Story Behind ‘Green Boots’ Tsewang Paljor, Mount Everest’s Most Famous Dead Body

Hundreds of people have passed by the body of Tsewang Paljor, better known as Green Boots, but few of them actually know his story.

By Gina Dimuro June 8, 2018

How Vasili Arkhipov Saved The World From Cold War Nuclear Armageddon

At the height of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Soviet submarine commander Vasili Arkhipov had the power to decide whether or not World War III would begin. He chose wisely.

By John Kuroski Jun 7, 2018

How Vasili Arkhipov Saved The World From Cold War Nuclear Armageddon

At the height of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Soviet submarine commander Vasili Arkhipov had the power to decide whether or not World War III would begin. He chose wisely.

By John Kuroski June 7, 2018

Unraveling The Deadly Legend Of The Pacific Ocean’s Own Bermuda Triangle

The sea is basically the Pacific version of the Bermuda Triangle, complete with mysterious disappearances, sea monster sightings, and ship sinkings.

By William DeLong Jun 7, 2018

Unraveling The Deadly Legend Of The Pacific Ocean’s Own Bermuda Triangle

The sea is basically the Pacific version of the Bermuda Triangle, complete with mysterious disappearances, sea monster sightings, and ship sinkings.

By William DeLong June 7, 2018

This Town Was The Hub Of The Diamond Industry – Now It’s Been Swallowed By The Desert

At one point, over 1,000 people called Kolmanskop home, and participated in its booming industry – until everyone left.

By Aimee Lamoureux Jun 6, 2018

This Town Was The Hub Of The Diamond Industry – Now It’s Been Swallowed By The Desert

At one point, over 1,000 people called Kolmanskop home, and participated in its booming industry – until everyone left.

By Aimee Lamoureux June 6, 2018

The Story Of Woodes Rogers, The World’s Most Feared Pirate Hunter

Woodes Rogers made it his life's work, and risked his family's fortune, to rid the world of pirates.

By William DeLong Jun 6, 2018

The Story Of Woodes Rogers, The World’s Most Feared Pirate Hunter

Woodes Rogers made it his life's work, and risked his family's fortune, to rid the world of pirates.

By William DeLong June 6, 2018

From Theodor Geisel To Dr. Seuss, The Forgotten History Of Everyone’s Favorite Children’s Author

While we know Dr. Seuss best for his tongue twisters and whimsical characters, the famed children's author actually got his start by drawing some rather controversial ads.

By Daniel Rennie Jun 5, 2018

From Theodor Geisel To Dr. Seuss, The Forgotten History Of Everyone’s Favorite Children’s Author

While we know Dr. Seuss best for his tongue twisters and whimsical characters, the famed children's author actually got his start by drawing some rather controversial ads.

By Daniel Rennie June 5, 2018