History Articles And Galleries That Bring The Past To Life

Kathrine Switzer, The First Woman To Run The Boston Marathon, Was Almost Kicked Out For Her Gender

Kathrine Switzer made history when she entered the Boston Marathon in 1974, as the first woman ever to do so. But during the race, several officials tried to stop her.

By Aimee Lamoureux Mar 16, 2018

Kathrine Switzer, The First Woman To Run The Boston Marathon, Was Almost Kicked Out For Her Gender

Kathrine Switzer made history when she entered the Boston Marathon in 1974, as the first woman ever to do so. But during the race, several officials tried to stop her.

By Aimee Lamoureux March 16, 2018

Inside Salon Kitty – The Brothel Taken Over By Nazis And Used For Espionage

Salon Kitty started as an ordinary brothel — then turned into a Nazi-run spying operation used to seduce secrets out of foreigners and catch disloyal Germans.

By Kara Goldfarb Mar 16, 2018

Inside Salon Kitty – The Brothel Taken Over By Nazis And Used For Espionage

Salon Kitty started as an ordinary brothel — then turned into a Nazi-run spying operation used to seduce secrets out of foreigners and catch disloyal Germans.

By Kara Goldfarb March 16, 2018

Barbara Daly Baekeland Tried To Cure Her Son’s Homosexuality With Incest — Instead He Killed Her

Wealthy socialite Barbara Daly Baekeland attempted to "cure" her gay son by getting him to sleep with her, then Antony Baekeland stabbed her to death.

By Kara Goldfarb Mar 16, 2018

Barbara Daly Baekeland Tried To Cure Her Son’s Homosexuality With Incest — Instead He Killed Her

Wealthy socialite Barbara Daly Baekeland attempted to "cure" her gay son by getting him to sleep with her, then Antony Baekeland stabbed her to death.

By Kara Goldfarb March 16, 2018

Spetsnaz: Inside Russia’s Insane Special Forces Training [VIDEO]

Spetsnaz forces are revered in their countries, though not much is known about their secretive and shadowy training regimens.

By Andrew Milne Mar 16, 2018

Spetsnaz: Inside Russia’s Insane Special Forces Training [VIDEO]

Spetsnaz forces are revered in their countries, though not much is known about their secretive and shadowy training regimens.

By Andrew Milne March 16, 2018

Welcome To Monowi, Nebraska – Population: One

Monowi is a small, unassuming place in northern Nebraska, with a tavern, a library, and just a single resident.

By Katie Serena Mar 16, 2018

Welcome To Monowi, Nebraska – Population: One

Monowi is a small, unassuming place in northern Nebraska, with a tavern, a library, and just a single resident.

By Katie Serena March 16, 2018

33 Abraham Lincoln Quotes That Remain Relevant Now More Than Ever

These powerful Abraham Lincoln quotes about freedom, adversity, and more show why he's often called the greatest president in American history.

By Erin Kelly Mar 15, 2018

33 Abraham Lincoln Quotes That Remain Relevant Now More Than Ever

These powerful Abraham Lincoln quotes about freedom, adversity, and more show why he's often called the greatest president in American history.

By Erin Kelly March 15, 2018

How Anna Anderson Became The Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia

In 1920, a woman was fished out of a lake claiming to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia. Did the princess really escape death or was it the ramblings of a madwoman?

By Andrew Milne Mar 15, 2018

How Anna Anderson Became The Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia

In 1920, a woman was fished out of a lake claiming to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia. Did the princess really escape death or was it the ramblings of a madwoman?

By Andrew Milne March 15, 2018

The Story Of Bernhard Goetz — The Mugging Victim Turned New York’s “Subway Vigilante”

Bernhard Goetz made history when he shot four black men who tried to rob him, and opened the door for a nationwide debate about race, crime, and how much power civilian vigilantes have.

By Katie Serena Mar 15, 2018

The Story Of Bernhard Goetz — The Mugging Victim Turned New York’s “Subway Vigilante”

Bernhard Goetz made history when he shot four black men who tried to rob him, and opened the door for a nationwide debate about race, crime, and how much power civilian vigilantes have.

By Katie Serena March 15, 2018