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What If Hitler’s Paintings Had Gotten Him Into Art School?

Teachers said he didn’t draw enough heads and experts note that he copied traditional paintings rather than create his own work.

By William DeLong • Feb 15, 2018

What If Hitler’s Paintings Had Gotten Him Into Art School?

Teachers said he didn’t draw enough heads and experts note that he copied traditional paintings rather than create his own work.

By William DeLong • February 15, 2018

25 Dramatic Photos Of Combat Medics In Action Throughout History

These powerful photos of combat medics from the Civil War to Vietnam show some of history's greatest unsung heroes in action.

By Joel Stice • Feb 14, 2018

25 Dramatic Photos Of Combat Medics In Action Throughout History

These powerful photos of combat medics from the Civil War to Vietnam show some of history's greatest unsung heroes in action.

By Joel Stice • February 14, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd • Feb 14, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd • February 14, 2018

Black Death Symptoms: See If You Have The Bubonic Plague Right Now

Are you experiencing black death symptoms? The Bubonic Plague isn't nearly as prevalent as it used to be, but it's not completely eradicated.

By Kara Goldfarb • Feb 14, 2018

Black Death Symptoms: See If You Have The Bubonic Plague Right Now

Are you experiencing black death symptoms? The Bubonic Plague isn't nearly as prevalent as it used to be, but it's not completely eradicated.

By Kara Goldfarb • February 14, 2018

Meet Mirin Dajo, “The Human Pincushion”

Watch footage of Mirin Dajo getting run through with swords and discover how he performed this act that baffled both doctors and audiences.

By Gina Dimuro • Feb 13, 2018

Meet Mirin Dajo, “The Human Pincushion”

Watch footage of Mirin Dajo getting run through with swords and discover how he performed this act that baffled both doctors and audiences.

By Gina Dimuro • February 13, 2018

44 Photos Of African Kingdoms Just Before European Colonialists Stormed In — And Just After

Rarely-seen photos of African kingdoms taken just before and after European colonialists launched a wave of terror that would change the continent forever.

By Mark Oliver • Feb 13, 2018

44 Photos Of African Kingdoms Just Before European Colonialists Stormed In — And Just After

Rarely-seen photos of African kingdoms taken just before and after European colonialists launched a wave of terror that would change the continent forever.

By Mark Oliver • February 13, 2018

The Story Of The Exploding Pants Epidemic Of 1930s New Zealand

Yes, in the early 1930s, New Zealand was plagued by an actual surge in exploding pants.

By William DeLong • Feb 13, 2018

The Story Of The Exploding Pants Epidemic Of 1930s New Zealand

Yes, in the early 1930s, New Zealand was plagued by an actual surge in exploding pants.

By William DeLong • February 13, 2018

Pierre Brassau, The Esteemed Artist – And Chimpanzee

Even after learning Pierre Brassau was Peter the Chimp, critics still commended his work, and one man even purchased a painting for himself.

By Katie Serena • Feb 13, 2018

Pierre Brassau, The Esteemed Artist – And Chimpanzee

Even after learning Pierre Brassau was Peter the Chimp, critics still commended his work, and one man even purchased a painting for himself.

By Katie Serena • February 13, 2018

The 30,000 Year History Of The Dildo

From the Stone Age to Ancient Greece to the present, there's been one tool that nearly every civilization has kept handy.

By All That's Interesting • Feb 12, 2018

The 30,000 Year History Of The Dildo

From the Stone Age to Ancient Greece to the present, there's been one tool that nearly every civilization has kept handy.

By All That's Interesting • February 12, 2018

23 Medieval Knights Facts That Separate Fact From Fiction

Discover the most surprising medieval knights facts that go beyond the swords and the armor to reveal the truths that most people don't know.

By Erin Kelly • Feb 12, 2018

23 Medieval Knights Facts That Separate Fact From Fiction

Discover the most surprising medieval knights facts that go beyond the swords and the armor to reveal the truths that most people don't know.

By Erin Kelly • February 12, 2018