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Occupation Of Alcatraz: When Native American Demonstrators Took Over ‘The Rock’

During the 1969-1971 occupation of Alcatraz, Native American demonstrators took control of the former prison in protest of government abuses.

By Brandon Weber Oct 7, 2018

Occupation Of Alcatraz: When Native American Demonstrators Took Over ‘The Rock’

During the 1969-1971 occupation of Alcatraz, Native American demonstrators took control of the former prison in protest of government abuses.

By Brandon Weber October 7, 2018

From Gangsters To Gentrification: 8 New York Mob Murder Scenes Then And Now

Grisly scenes from when John Gotti and Al Capone orchestrated hits on the streets of a violent New York that simply doesn't exist anymore.

By Harmon Leon Sep 30, 2018

From Gangsters To Gentrification: 8 New York Mob Murder Scenes Then And Now

Grisly scenes from when John Gotti and Al Capone orchestrated hits on the streets of a violent New York that simply doesn't exist anymore.

By Harmon Leon September 30, 2018

“The Next Best Thing To Hell”: The Story Of The Worst Mass Execution In American History

“If you strike at them they will all turn on you and devour you and your women and little children,” the Dakota chief warned before the uprising that led to the slaughter. He was right.

By Brandon Weber Sep 27, 2018

“The Next Best Thing To Hell”: The Story Of The Worst Mass Execution In American History

“If you strike at them they will all turn on you and devour you and your women and little children,” the Dakota chief warned before the uprising that led to the slaughter. He was right.

By Brandon Weber September 27, 2018

Freddie Oversteegen, The Dutch Resistance Fighter Who Seduced And Killed Nazis As A Teen, Dies at 92

When she was just 14-years-old, Freddie Oversteegen joined the resistance and fought against the Nazis in World War II.

By Caroline Redmond Sep 17, 2018

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Freddie Oversteegen, The Dutch Resistance Fighter Who Seduced And Killed Nazis As A Teen, Dies at 92

When she was just 14-years-old, Freddie Oversteegen joined the resistance and fought against the Nazis in World War II.

By Caroline Redmond September 17, 2018

Javier Peña: The DEA Agent Who Hunted Down Pablo Escobar

Just how accurately did Netflix's Narcos show the downfall of Pablo Escobar at the hands of DEA Agent Javier Peña?

By Wyatt Redd Sep 6, 2018

Javier Peña: The DEA Agent Who Hunted Down Pablo Escobar

Just how accurately did Netflix's Narcos show the downfall of Pablo Escobar at the hands of DEA Agent Javier Peña?

By Wyatt Redd September 6, 2018

Giovanni Falcone: The Judge Who Took On The Sicilian Mafia And Paid With His Life

Giovanni Falcone dedicated his life to fighting the Mafia. He always knew he'd die for his crusade — and ultimately he did.

By Bernadette Deron Sep 5, 2018

Giovanni Falcone: The Judge Who Took On The Sicilian Mafia And Paid With His Life

Giovanni Falcone dedicated his life to fighting the Mafia. He always knew he'd die for his crusade — and ultimately he did.

By Bernadette Deron September 5, 2018

How The “Phoney War” Early On In WWII Gave Germany The Advantage

Before World War II went into full swing, there was a brief period of silence on the Western Front known as the Phoney War in which the Germans took full advantage.

By Aimee Lamoureux Aug 27, 2018

How The “Phoney War” Early On In WWII Gave Germany The Advantage

Before World War II went into full swing, there was a brief period of silence on the Western Front known as the Phoney War in which the Germans took full advantage.

By Aimee Lamoureux August 27, 2018

Bessie Stringfield: The Black Motorcycle Queen Who Rode Against Prejudice

Despite Jim Crow obstacles in her way, Bessie Stringfield rode across America to become the "motorcycle queen" of the 1930s.

By Bernadette Deron Aug 23, 2018

Bessie Stringfield: The Black Motorcycle Queen Who Rode Against Prejudice

Despite Jim Crow obstacles in her way, Bessie Stringfield rode across America to become the "motorcycle queen" of the 1930s.

By Bernadette Deron August 23, 2018

Nathaniel Bar-Jonah: The 300-Pound Child Murderer And Suspected Cannibal

Nathaniel Bar-Jonah was accused of murdering a child. Soon, his neighbors remembered the strange meat he'd given them years before.

By Wyatt Redd Aug 18, 2018

Nathaniel Bar-Jonah: The 300-Pound Child Murderer And Suspected Cannibal

Nathaniel Bar-Jonah was accused of murdering a child. Soon, his neighbors remembered the strange meat he'd given them years before.

By Wyatt Redd August 18, 2018

44 Colorized Photos That Bring The Streets Of Century-Old New York City To Life

From the shanty town in Central Park to the crime-plagued slums of Lower Manhattan, these vivid images allow you to inhabit the streets of New York as they were a century ago.

By All That's Interesting Aug 10, 2018

44 Colorized Photos That Bring The Streets Of Century-Old New York City To Life

From the shanty town in Central Park to the crime-plagued slums of Lower Manhattan, these vivid images allow you to inhabit the streets of New York as they were a century ago.

By All That's Interesting August 10, 2018