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The Tragic Story Of The Groveland Four, The Black Men Who Were Accused Of Rape In Jim Crow Florida

In July 1949, Norma Padgett accused four Black men of sexually assaulting her and violent mobs quickly formed to bring her attackers to justice — destroying the lives of four innocent men.

By Genevieve Carlton Feb 28, 2023

The Tragic Story Of The Groveland Four, The Black Men Who Were Accused Of Rape In Jim Crow Florida

In July 1949, Norma Padgett accused four Black men of sexually assaulting her and violent mobs quickly formed to bring her attackers to justice — destroying the lives of four innocent men.

By Genevieve Carlton February 28, 2023

Inside The Execution Of 14-Year-Old George Stinney Jr., The Youngest Person In U.S. History To Face Capital Punishment

George Stinney Jr. was just 14 years old when he was executed in South Carolina in 1944. It took 10 minutes to convict him — and 70 years to exonerate him.

By Jaclyn Anglis Feb 28, 2023

Inside The Execution Of 14-Year-Old George Stinney Jr., The Youngest Person In U.S. History To Face Capital Punishment

George Stinney Jr. was just 14 years old when he was executed in South Carolina in 1944. It took 10 minutes to convict him — and 70 years to exonerate him.

By Jaclyn Anglis February 28, 2023

The History Of Racist Carnival Games Like ‘African Dodger’ — Which Evolved Into The Dunk Tanks Still Used Today

From the 1880s through the 1950s, white carnival-goers would throw baseballs, eggs, and other objects at the heads of Black men in a game known as "African Dodger."

By Erin Kelly Feb 27, 2023

The History Of Racist Carnival Games Like ‘African Dodger’ — Which Evolved Into The Dunk Tanks Still Used Today

From the 1880s through the 1950s, white carnival-goers would throw baseballs, eggs, and other objects at the heads of Black men in a game known as "African Dodger."

By Erin Kelly February 27, 2023

What Does Chernobyl Look Like Now? Inside The Ukrainian Disaster Zone

After the April 1986 nuclear disaster, a 30-kilometer zone around Chernobyl was completely abandoned. This is what it looks like today.

By John Kuroski Feb 26, 2023

What Does Chernobyl Look Like Now? Inside The Ukrainian Disaster Zone

After the April 1986 nuclear disaster, a 30-kilometer zone around Chernobyl was completely abandoned. This is what it looks like today.

By John Kuroski February 26, 2023

Did Adolf Hitler Have An Affair With His Niece, Geli Raubal?

Found dead in his Munich apartment on September 18, 1931, Geli Raubal was Adolf Hitler's niece who many historians believe had a romantic relationship with the Führer.

By Katie Serena Feb 25, 2023

Did Adolf Hitler Have An Affair With His Niece, Geli Raubal?

Found dead in his Munich apartment on September 18, 1931, Geli Raubal was Adolf Hitler's niece who many historians believe had a romantic relationship with the Führer.

By Katie Serena February 25, 2023

The Hidden History Of Ratlines, The System Of Escape Routes That Helped Nazis Flee Europe

After World War II, thousands of Nazi war criminals escaped justice with the help of ratlines — which were set up by the Vatican, South American politicians, and sometimes even U.S. spies.

By Kaleena Fraga Feb 25, 2023

The Hidden History Of Ratlines, The System Of Escape Routes That Helped Nazis Flee Europe

After World War II, thousands of Nazi war criminals escaped justice with the help of ratlines — which were set up by the Vatican, South American politicians, and sometimes even U.S. spies.

By Kaleena Fraga February 25, 2023

The Story Of Izola Ware Curry, The Woman Who Almost Assassinated Martin Luther King Jr.

A decade before MLK's assassination, a Black woman named Izola Ware Curry stabbed him with a letter opener at a Harlem book signing, nearly leaving him dead.

By Genevieve Carlton Feb 24, 2023

The Story Of Izola Ware Curry, The Woman Who Almost Assassinated Martin Luther King Jr.

A decade before MLK's assassination, a Black woman named Izola Ware Curry stabbed him with a letter opener at a Harlem book signing, nearly leaving him dead.

By Genevieve Carlton February 24, 2023

Jean-Marie Loret: The Man Who Believed He Was The Secret Son Of Adolf Hitler

While serving in the German army during World War 1, Adolf Hitler allegedly had an affair with a French woman named Charlotte Lobjoie — and Jean-Marie Loret was the result.

By Katie Serena Feb 24, 2023

Jean-Marie Loret: The Man Who Believed He Was The Secret Son Of Adolf Hitler

While serving in the German army during World War 1, Adolf Hitler allegedly had an affair with a French woman named Charlotte Lobjoie — and Jean-Marie Loret was the result.

By Katie Serena February 24, 2023