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55 Interesting History Facts You Won’t Learn Anywhere Else

These interesting facts about history were never taught to you by your teachers — and they probably never even knew.

By John Kuroski • Oct 23, 2017

55 Interesting History Facts You Won’t Learn Anywhere Else

These interesting facts about history were never taught to you by your teachers — and they probably never even knew.

By John Kuroski • October 23, 2017

How Hitler Happened: 36 Photos That Explain The Nazis’ Rise

Chilling images that reveal how and why the Nazis came to power.

By Kellen Perry • Oct 18, 2017

How Hitler Happened: 36 Photos That Explain The Nazis’ Rise

Chilling images that reveal how and why the Nazis came to power.

By Kellen Perry • October 18, 2017

When The Seven Dwarfs Of Auschwitz Met The Nazis’ Most Monstrous Doctor

"It is impossible to put into words the intolerable pain that we suffered, which continued for many days after the experiments ceased."

By Erin Kelly • Oct 12, 2017

When The Seven Dwarfs Of Auschwitz Met The Nazis’ Most Monstrous Doctor

"It is impossible to put into words the intolerable pain that we suffered, which continued for many days after the experiments ceased."

By Erin Kelly • October 12, 2017

The My Lai Massacre: 33 Disturbing Photos Of The War Crime The U.S. Got Away With

Is the My Lai Massacre the greatest shame in the history of the U.S. military?

By Mark Oliver • Oct 11, 2017

The My Lai Massacre: 33 Disturbing Photos Of The War Crime The U.S. Got Away With

Is the My Lai Massacre the greatest shame in the history of the U.S. military?

By Mark Oliver • October 11, 2017

27 Bizarre Vintage Photos From The Annals Of New York City History

These are the little-known yet unforgettable moments that make up New York City history's weird side.

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 10, 2017

27 Bizarre Vintage Photos From The Annals Of New York City History

These are the little-known yet unforgettable moments that make up New York City history's weird side.

By Gabe Paoletti • October 10, 2017

7 Brands With Nazi Ties That We All Use

These companies made fortunes and grew to what they are today with help from Hitler.

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 6, 2017

7 Brands With Nazi Ties That We All Use

These companies made fortunes and grew to what they are today with help from Hitler.

By Gabe Paoletti • October 6, 2017

How Kim Jong-il Kidnapped South Korean Director Shin Sang-ok To Make The Most Ridiculous Movie Ever

What's more insane: the North Korean Godzilla rip-off Pulgasari or its backstory?

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 6, 2017

How Kim Jong-il Kidnapped South Korean Director Shin Sang-ok To Make The Most Ridiculous Movie Ever

What's more insane: the North Korean Godzilla rip-off Pulgasari or its backstory?

By Gabe Paoletti • October 6, 2017

North Korea Thinks Americans Are “Imperialist Aggressors” — Here’s Why

As tensions between the U.S. and North Korea come to a head, discover how the Korean War's atrocities have fueled the Hermit Kingdom's anger.

By Richard Stockton • Oct 4, 2017

North Korea Thinks Americans Are “Imperialist Aggressors” — Here’s Why

As tensions between the U.S. and North Korea come to a head, discover how the Korean War's atrocities have fueled the Hermit Kingdom's anger.

By Richard Stockton • October 4, 2017

World War II Veteran Donald Malarkey, Portrayed In ‘Band Of Brothers,’ Dies At 96

“You could look back and... realize that you had done a very significant thing and acted responsibly in what amounted to saving the world.”

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 4, 2017

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World War II Veteran Donald Malarkey, Portrayed In ‘Band Of Brothers,’ Dies At 96

“You could look back and... realize that you had done a very significant thing and acted responsibly in what amounted to saving the world.”

By Gabe Paoletti • October 4, 2017

Meet The 6 Deadliest Soviet Snipers Of World War II

These six legendary Soviet and Russian snipers not only aided the Soviet's army but also changed the way militaries utilized long distance attacks.

By Erin Kelly • Sep 28, 2017

Meet The 6 Deadliest Soviet Snipers Of World War II

These six legendary Soviet and Russian snipers not only aided the Soviet's army but also changed the way militaries utilized long distance attacks.

By Erin Kelly • September 28, 2017