History Articles And Galleries That Bring The Past To Life

The Story Of Jackie The Baboon Who Fought In The Trenches Of World War I

Due to his dedication to the army, he became the official mascot of the 3rd Transvaal Regiment and was taken everywhere with the soldiers.

By Katie Serena Nov 3, 2017

The Story Of Jackie The Baboon Who Fought In The Trenches Of World War I

Due to his dedication to the army, he became the official mascot of the 3rd Transvaal Regiment and was taken everywhere with the soldiers.

By Katie Serena November 3, 2017

Why People In China Used To Eat Mellified Man, Human Corpses Dipped In Honey

Sure, those who ate mellified man were cannibals, but at least they covered their human-food in sugar first.

By Katie Serena Nov 2, 2017

Why People In China Used To Eat Mellified Man, Human Corpses Dipped In Honey

Sure, those who ate mellified man were cannibals, but at least they covered their human-food in sugar first.

By Katie Serena November 2, 2017

The Story Of Florida’s “Nub City,” Where Residents Cut Off Their Own Appendages For Insurance Money

It was near impossible to convict scammers of fraud because jurors had a hard time believing that people would willingly engage in self-mutilation.

By Gabe Paoletti Nov 2, 2017

The Story Of Florida’s “Nub City,” Where Residents Cut Off Their Own Appendages For Insurance Money

It was near impossible to convict scammers of fraud because jurors had a hard time believing that people would willingly engage in self-mutilation.

By Gabe Paoletti November 2, 2017

Aerial View Of Uncovered Chamber In Great Pyramid

Researchers Find Hidden Space In Great Pyramid Of Giza Using Cosmic Rays

The scientists used a new technology called a muon scan to locate the void.

By Katie Serena Nov 2, 2017

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Researchers Find Hidden Space In Great Pyramid Of Giza Using Cosmic Rays

The scientists used a new technology called a muon scan to locate the void.

By Katie Serena November 2, 2017

21 Of The Best True Crime Documentaries On Netflix Right Now

From serial killers to the mafia, these true crime documentaries on Netflix will creep you out and keep you hooked.

By Katie Serena Nov 1, 2017

21 Of The Best True Crime Documentaries On Netflix Right Now

From serial killers to the mafia, these true crime documentaries on Netflix will creep you out and keep you hooked.

By Katie Serena November 1, 2017

Here’s The Oldest Surviving Recording Of A U.S. President [AUDIO]

Though it isn't the first recording of a U.S. president, it's the oldest surviving one.

By Katie Serena Nov 1, 2017

Here’s The Oldest Surviving Recording Of A U.S. President [AUDIO]

Though it isn't the first recording of a U.S. president, it's the oldest surviving one.

By Katie Serena November 1, 2017

The Story Behind America’s Infamous Operation Wetback

In 1953, Immigration and Naturalization Service's commissioner Argyle Mackey said that "the human tide of 'wetbacks'" was the "most serious enforcement problem of the Service."

By Gabe Paoletti Nov 1, 2017

The Story Behind America’s Infamous Operation Wetback

In 1953, Immigration and Naturalization Service's commissioner Argyle Mackey said that "the human tide of 'wetbacks'" was the "most serious enforcement problem of the Service."

By Gabe Paoletti November 1, 2017

‘Mindhunter’: Meet The Real Killers And Profilers Behind The Netflix Show

From the BTK Killer to Ed Kemper — who beat his own other to death with a hammer — the real serial killers of "Mindhunter" fame committed acts too brutal for even the show to depict.

By John Kuroski Oct 31, 2017

‘Mindhunter’: Meet The Real Killers And Profilers Behind The Netflix Show

From the BTK Killer to Ed Kemper — who beat his own other to death with a hammer — the real serial killers of "Mindhunter" fame committed acts too brutal for even the show to depict.

By John Kuroski October 31, 2017

Pope Joan Alongside Pope Joan Giving Birth Featured

For Centuries, People Believed A Woman Named Joan Was Once Pope. Did She Really Exist?

Legend has it that Pope Joan disguised herself as a man and was elected to lead the Catholic Church in 855, but she was stoned to death in 858 when her true identity was revealed after she gave birth during a ceremonial procession.

By Katie Serena Oct 31, 2017