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44 Colorized Portraits That Reveal Historical Figures As They Truly Were

From Geronimo to Gandhi, these colorized photos breathe new life into the past.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 28, 2021

44 Colorized Portraits That Reveal Historical Figures As They Truly Were

From Geronimo to Gandhi, these colorized photos breathe new life into the past.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 28, 2021

The Story Of Pamela Courson And Her Wild Relationship With Jim Morrison

From 1965 to 1971, Pamela Courson stood by Jim Morrison's side as his girlfriend and muse — until his tragic death at age 27.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 27, 2021

The Story Of Pamela Courson And Her Wild Relationship With Jim Morrison

From 1965 to 1971, Pamela Courson stood by Jim Morrison's side as his girlfriend and muse — until his tragic death at age 27.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 27, 2021

This Week In History News, Jun. 20 – 26

Previously unknown human ancestor found, the Zodiac Killer's ciphers potentially solved, a Black World War II veteran finally awarded the Purple Heart.

By All That's Interesting • Jun 25, 2021

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This Week In History News, Jun. 20 – 26

Previously unknown human ancestor found, the Zodiac Killer's ciphers potentially solved, a Black World War II veteran finally awarded the Purple Heart.

By All That's Interesting • June 25, 2021

Hundreds More Unmarked Graves Of Children Discovered At Former Indigenous School In Canada

The discovery comes just weeks after more than 200 children were found buried at a different former boarding school in Canada.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 25, 2021

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Hundreds More Unmarked Graves Of Children Discovered At Former Indigenous School In Canada

The discovery comes just weeks after more than 200 children were found buried at a different former boarding school in Canada.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 25, 2021

33 Powerful Photos Of The French-Algerian War That Most People Haven’t Seen

For 130 years, Algeria was ruled by France. But after the end of World War II, a group of young Algerian Muslims decided to rise up against the colonial government.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 25, 2021

33 Powerful Photos Of The French-Algerian War That Most People Haven’t Seen

For 130 years, Algeria was ruled by France. But after the end of World War II, a group of young Algerian Muslims decided to rise up against the colonial government.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 25, 2021

How Hazel Lee Became The First Chinese American Woman To Fly For The U.S. Military

Born in Oregon to immigrant parents, Hazel Ying Lee made history when she earned her pilot's license in 1932 and later flew for the U.S. military during World War II.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 24, 2021

How Hazel Lee Became The First Chinese American Woman To Fly For The U.S. Military

Born in Oregon to immigrant parents, Hazel Ying Lee made history when she earned her pilot's license in 1932 and later flew for the U.S. military during World War II.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 24, 2021

Philadelphia Historians Just Found A Rare Paper Copy Of The Declaration Of Independence That Dates Back 200 Years

The engraving dates to 1820, when John Quincy Adams commissioned parchment copies to be made for workaday use by politicians. It's one of only eight printed on paper.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 24, 2021

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Philadelphia Historians Just Found A Rare Paper Copy Of The Declaration Of Independence That Dates Back 200 Years

The engraving dates to 1820, when John Quincy Adams commissioned parchment copies to be made for workaday use by politicians. It's one of only eight printed on paper.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 24, 2021

The Disturbing Story Of Mary Ann Cotton, Britain’s First Serial Killer

For nearly a decade in the mid-Victorian era, Mary Ann Cotton poisoned a string of her husbands for their insurance money as well as anyone else who got in her way — including 11 of her own children.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jun 23, 2021

The Disturbing Story Of Mary Ann Cotton, Britain’s First Serial Killer

For nearly a decade in the mid-Victorian era, Mary Ann Cotton poisoned a string of her husbands for their insurance money as well as anyone else who got in her way — including 11 of her own children.

By Genevieve Carlton • June 23, 2021

Bob Ross’ Death: How The Final Days Of The Happy Painter Led To A Bitter Feud Over His Estate

Bob Ross was 52 years old when he died from lymphoma in Orlando, Florida. His company was worth $15 million — and his former business partners wanted it all.

By Tim Brinkhof • Jun 22, 2021

Bob Ross’ Death: How The Final Days Of The Happy Painter Led To A Bitter Feud Over His Estate

Bob Ross was 52 years old when he died from lymphoma in Orlando, Florida. His company was worth $15 million — and his former business partners wanted it all.

By Tim Brinkhof • June 22, 2021

The Mystery Of Rosalia Lombardo, The ‘Blinking’ Mummy Who Appears To Open Her Eyes

Not only did a secret formula allow Rosalia Lombardo to become one of Earth's best-preserved mummies, but many even claim that she can open her eyes.

By Adam Farley • Jun 22, 2021

The Mystery Of Rosalia Lombardo, The ‘Blinking’ Mummy Who Appears To Open Her Eyes

Not only did a secret formula allow Rosalia Lombardo to become one of Earth's best-preserved mummies, but many even claim that she can open her eyes.

By Adam Farley • June 22, 2021