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When Farmers Ruled Hollywood: 24 Astounding Turn-Of-The-Century Photos

Today, it’s difficult to imagine that back in the 1870s, Hollywood was nothing more than a small agricultural community. Of course, back then it wasn’t called Hollywood, but was instead known as the Cahuenga Valley. This area was a frost-free belt that stretched along the base of the Santa Monica...

By Laura Martisiute • Jul 22, 2017

When Farmers Ruled Hollywood: 24 Astounding Turn-Of-The-Century Photos

Today, it’s difficult to imagine that back in the 1870s, Hollywood was nothing more than a small agricultural community. Of course, back then it wasn’t called Hollywood, but was instead known as the Cahuenga Valley. This area was a frost-free belt that stretched along the base of the Santa Monica...

By Laura Martisiute • July 22, 2017

30 Vintage Photos Of Badass Animals Fighting In Wars

Throughout history, animals have served in the military in a variety of ways, both on the front lines and behind the scenes.

By Joel Stice • Jul 21, 2017

30 Vintage Photos Of Badass Animals Fighting In Wars

Throughout history, animals have served in the military in a variety of ways, both on the front lines and behind the scenes.

By Joel Stice • July 21, 2017

This Week In History News, July 16 – July 27

French castle up for sale, 1940s couple found in glacier, Nazi cult case reopened, U.S. WWII remains located, 250-year-old wine uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 21, 2017

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This Week In History News, July 16 – July 27

French castle up for sale, 1940s couple found in glacier, Nazi cult case reopened, U.S. WWII remains located, 250-year-old wine uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • July 21, 2017

Ancient Pompeii Porn Holds Key To Greater LGBT Acceptance, Says Reverend

This may be the only time a minister has instructed people to take a closer look at porn.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 21, 2017

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Ancient Pompeii Porn Holds Key To Greater LGBT Acceptance, Says Reverend

This may be the only time a minister has instructed people to take a closer look at porn.

By All That's Interesting • July 21, 2017

Salvador Dalí’s Body Was Just Dug Up, And His Mustache Is Still Intact

Death is no match for the surrealist painter's famous 'stache.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 21, 2017

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Salvador Dalí’s Body Was Just Dug Up, And His Mustache Is Still Intact

Death is no match for the surrealist painter's famous 'stache.

By All That's Interesting • July 21, 2017

30 Photos That Changed How We Thought About The AIDS Epidemic

In the 1980s, the AIDS epidemic reached a fever pitch, but these photographs helped change the way the world saw the disease.

By Mark Oliver • Jul 20, 2017

30 Photos That Changed How We Thought About The AIDS Epidemic

In the 1980s, the AIDS epidemic reached a fever pitch, but these photographs helped change the way the world saw the disease.

By Mark Oliver • July 20, 2017

Stunning Photos Of The Crow Tribe Taken Just Before Their Culture Was All But Stamped Out

These one-of-a-kind early 20th-century photos depict the Crow tribe as their way of life was on the verge of changing forever.

By Mark Oliver • Jul 20, 2017

Stunning Photos Of The Crow Tribe Taken Just Before Their Culture Was All But Stamped Out

These one-of-a-kind early 20th-century photos depict the Crow tribe as their way of life was on the verge of changing forever.

By Mark Oliver • July 20, 2017

One Of Abraham Lincoln’s “Greatest Writings” Wasn’t Written By Lincoln, New Research Reveals

"The most sublime letter ever penned by the hand of man" wasn't written by the person you think.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 20, 2017

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One Of Abraham Lincoln’s “Greatest Writings” Wasn’t Written By Lincoln, New Research Reveals

"The most sublime letter ever penned by the hand of man" wasn't written by the person you think.

By All That's Interesting • July 20, 2017

The Apollo 11 Mission Through The Eyes Of The Astronauts And Their Families

The Apollo 11 moon landing was a moment of pride and excitement for the U.S. and the world — but for three women, it was also likely the most agonizing and terrifying eight days of their lives. Jan Armstrong, Joan Aldrin, and Pat Collins could do nothing but sit, watch,...

By Mark Oliver • Jul 19, 2017

The Apollo 11 Mission Through The Eyes Of The Astronauts And Their Families

The Apollo 11 moon landing was a moment of pride and excitement for the U.S. and the world — but for three women, it was also likely the most agonizing and terrifying eight days of their lives. Jan Armstrong, Joan Aldrin, and Pat Collins could do nothing but sit, watch,...

By Mark Oliver • July 19, 2017

Todd Webb’s New York: 26 Intimate Photos Of The City And Its People After WWII

After the stock market crash of 1929, a young Todd Webb was left jobless and broke. He ventured out in search of gold and dabbled briefly in firefighting before returning, defeated, to Detroit in 1938. That’s when the amateur artist bought his first camera. After attending a workshop with photography...

By All That's Interesting • Jul 19, 2017

Todd Webb’s New York: 26 Intimate Photos Of The City And Its People After WWII

After the stock market crash of 1929, a young Todd Webb was left jobless and broke. He ventured out in search of gold and dabbled briefly in firefighting before returning, defeated, to Detroit in 1938. That’s when the amateur artist bought his first camera. After attending a workshop with photography...

By All That's Interesting • July 19, 2017