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Henri Charrière Claimed He Was Wrongly Imprisoned On The Inescapable Devil’s Island — Then He Escaped

Henri Charrière escaped from one of history's most infamous prisons and then won his freedom from the government that he claimed had wrongly imprisoned him in the first place.

By William DeLong • Nov 6, 2021

Henri Charrière Claimed He Was Wrongly Imprisoned On The Inescapable Devil’s Island — Then He Escaped

Henri Charrière escaped from one of history's most infamous prisons and then won his freedom from the government that he claimed had wrongly imprisoned him in the first place.

By William DeLong • November 6, 2021

Wladyslaw Szpilman And The Incredible True Story Of “The Pianist”

Wladyslaw Szpilman was a Jewish pianist living in Warsaw, Poland during World War II. He didn't know that his musical abilities would save his own life.

By Kara Goldfarb • Nov 6, 2021

Wladyslaw Szpilman And The Incredible True Story Of “The Pianist”

Wladyslaw Szpilman was a Jewish pianist living in Warsaw, Poland during World War II. He didn't know that his musical abilities would save his own life.

By Kara Goldfarb • November 6, 2021

The Story Of Desmond Doss That Was Too Heroic Even For ‘Hacksaw Ridge’

Though he refused to fire a gun, Desmond Doss became one of the most legendary soldiers of World War II — and saved 75 men during the Battle of Okinawa.

By Erin Kelly • Nov 6, 2021

The Story Of Desmond Doss That Was Too Heroic Even For ‘Hacksaw Ridge’

Though he refused to fire a gun, Desmond Doss became one of the most legendary soldiers of World War II — and saved 75 men during the Battle of Okinawa.

By Erin Kelly • November 6, 2021

Meet Aethelred The Unready, The Hapless Medieval King Who Lost England To The Vikings

King Aethelred II of England was crowned when he was just 10 years old, and his reign was marked by a series of blunders so bad that he was usurped by the King of Denmark in 1013.

By Richard Stockton • Nov 6, 2021

Meet Aethelred The Unready, The Hapless Medieval King Who Lost England To The Vikings

King Aethelred II of England was crowned when he was just 10 years old, and his reign was marked by a series of blunders so bad that he was usurped by the King of Denmark in 1013.

By Richard Stockton • November 6, 2021

Carlos Hathcock Was A Sniper So Badass His Exploits Can Hardly Be Believed

Carlos Hathcock had 93 confirmed kills of enemy personnel during the Vietnam War, but he estimated the actual number to be between 300 and 400.

By Kara Goldfarb • Nov 6, 2021

Carlos Hathcock Was A Sniper So Badass His Exploits Can Hardly Be Believed

Carlos Hathcock had 93 confirmed kills of enemy personnel during the Vietnam War, but he estimated the actual number to be between 300 and 400.

By Kara Goldfarb • November 6, 2021

From Nazi-Hunting To Covert Missions: Inside The Military Career Of Actor Christopher Lee

The celebrated British actor claimed to have served in a number of secret organizations during World War II, but some have accused him of exaggerating his role.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 5, 2021

From Nazi-Hunting To Covert Missions: Inside The Military Career Of Actor Christopher Lee

The celebrated British actor claimed to have served in a number of secret organizations during World War II, but some have accused him of exaggerating his role.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 5, 2021

The Double Life Of Soccer Mom And Serial Killer Nurse, Kristen Gilbert

The bright snapshot of her suburban life belied a dark negative — Kristen Gilbert was a serial killer who preyed on the weakest victims: those she nursed.

By Andrew Milne • Nov 5, 2021

The Double Life Of Soccer Mom And Serial Killer Nurse, Kristen Gilbert

The bright snapshot of her suburban life belied a dark negative — Kristen Gilbert was a serial killer who preyed on the weakest victims: those she nursed.

By Andrew Milne • November 5, 2021

The Tragic Story Of The Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping

Though a suspect was identified, tried, convicted, and executed, mystery still surrounds the infamous Lindbergh baby kidnapping of 1932.

By Katie Serena • Nov 5, 2021

The Tragic Story Of The Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping

Though a suspect was identified, tried, convicted, and executed, mystery still surrounds the infamous Lindbergh baby kidnapping of 1932.

By Katie Serena • November 5, 2021

The Remarkable Life Of Violet Bonham Carter, The Outspoken Grandmother Of Helena Bonham Carter

A skilled orator and activist, Lady Violet Asquith took Britain’s Liberal Party by storm — and made it onto Hitler’s most wanted list in the process.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 4, 2021

The Remarkable Life Of Violet Bonham Carter, The Outspoken Grandmother Of Helena Bonham Carter

A skilled orator and activist, Lady Violet Asquith took Britain’s Liberal Party by storm — and made it onto Hitler’s most wanted list in the process.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 4, 2021

This Pole-Dancing Monkey Belonging To Texas Coach Jeff Banks’ Girlfriend Allegedly Attacked A Child On Halloween

The monkey is a capuchin named Gia and belongs to Danielle Thomas, who once performed pole dance routines with it under the name "Pole Assassin."

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 4, 2021

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This Pole-Dancing Monkey Belonging To Texas Coach Jeff Banks’ Girlfriend Allegedly Attacked A Child On Halloween

The monkey is a capuchin named Gia and belongs to Danielle Thomas, who once performed pole dance routines with it under the name "Pole Assassin."

By Kaleena Fraga • November 4, 2021

The Astounding Story Of Martin Laurello, The Sideshow Performer With The Revolving Head

Known as the "Human Owl," Martin Joe Laurello shocked audiences in the 1920s and '30s with his ability to turn his head completely backward.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 4, 2021

The Astounding Story Of Martin Laurello, The Sideshow Performer With The Revolving Head

Known as the "Human Owl," Martin Joe Laurello shocked audiences in the 1920s and '30s with his ability to turn his head completely backward.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 4, 2021

The Outrageous True Story Of Abbie Hoffman, The Face Of 1960s Counterculture

From protesting the Vietnam War to founding the Youth International Party, Abbot Howard "Abbie" Hoffman became one of the most iconic activists of the New Left.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 4, 2021

The Outrageous True Story Of Abbie Hoffman, The Face Of 1960s Counterculture

From protesting the Vietnam War to founding the Youth International Party, Abbot Howard "Abbie" Hoffman became one of the most iconic activists of the New Left.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 4, 2021