Interesting People Who Make History Worth Remembering

9 Of History’s Most Infamous Con Artists And The Scams They Almost Got Away With

From the conman who invented the Ponzi scheme to the modern scam artist who built a multi-billion-dollar company on a fake medical breakthrough, these are history's most conniving grifters.

By Natasha Ishak Dec 9, 2020

9 Of History’s Most Infamous Con Artists And The Scams They Almost Got Away With

From the conman who invented the Ponzi scheme to the modern scam artist who built a multi-billion-dollar company on a fake medical breakthrough, these are history's most conniving grifters.

By Natasha Ishak December 9, 2020

The Author Of ‘Charlie And The Chocolate Factory’ Was An Anti-Semite — And His Family Just Apologized

The official apology issued by the author's family has gained attention ahead of a slew of new adaptations of his works.

By Natasha Ishak Dec 7, 2020

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The Author Of ‘Charlie And The Chocolate Factory’ Was An Anti-Semite — And His Family Just Apologized

The official apology issued by the author's family has gained attention ahead of a slew of new adaptations of his works.

By Natasha Ishak December 7, 2020

Politician Named Adolf Hitler Elected To Local Office In Namibia

Adolf Hitler Uunona represents a party that is historically anti-apartheid and anti-white minority rule.

By Marco Margaritoff Dec 4, 2020

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Politician Named Adolf Hitler Elected To Local Office In Namibia

Adolf Hitler Uunona represents a party that is historically anti-apartheid and anti-white minority rule.

By Marco Margaritoff December 4, 2020

Meet Gregor MacGregor, The Scottish Con Artist Who Convinced Britain He Was The Prince Of A Nonexistent Colony

In 1821, Gregor MacGregor made a fortune off of European elites by selling them shares in his fake utopia — then got off scot-free.

By Leah Silverman Nov 30, 2020

Meet Gregor MacGregor, The Scottish Con Artist Who Convinced Britain He Was The Prince Of A Nonexistent Colony

In 1821, Gregor MacGregor made a fortune off of European elites by selling them shares in his fake utopia — then got off scot-free.

By Leah Silverman November 30, 2020

The Terrible True Stories Behind The Most Infamous Deaths Of Old Hollywood Stars

From the sudden demise of blonde bombshells Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield to the traumatizing murder of pregnant starlet Sharon Tate, these notorious deaths are Tinseltown's worst nightmares.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 25, 2020

The Terrible True Stories Behind The Most Infamous Deaths Of Old Hollywood Stars

From the sudden demise of blonde bombshells Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield to the traumatizing murder of pregnant starlet Sharon Tate, these notorious deaths are Tinseltown's worst nightmares.

By Natasha Ishak November 25, 2020

Meet Ramona Africa, The Last Survivor Of The 1985 Bombing Of Black Activists By Philadelphia Police

On May 13, 1985, Ramona Africa was the only adult to survive the police bombing of the Philadelphia activist group MOVE — only to be thrown in jail afterward.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 22, 2020

Meet Ramona Africa, The Last Survivor Of The 1985 Bombing Of Black Activists By Philadelphia Police

On May 13, 1985, Ramona Africa was the only adult to survive the police bombing of the Philadelphia activist group MOVE — only to be thrown in jail afterward.

By Marco Margaritoff November 22, 2020

How A Spanish Motel Owner Named Juan Pujol García Duped The Nazis And Helped The Allies Win WWII

As a double agent for the British, Juan Pujol García used his espionage skills to help orchestrate the Nazis' downfall on D-Day.

By Leah Silverman Nov 19, 2020

How A Spanish Motel Owner Named Juan Pujol García Duped The Nazis And Helped The Allies Win WWII

As a double agent for the British, Juan Pujol García used his espionage skills to help orchestrate the Nazis' downfall on D-Day.

By Leah Silverman November 19, 2020

33 Stunning Illustrations From 19th-Century Naturalist Ernst Haeckel That Merge Art And Science

Before there were cameras, German biologist Ernst Haeckel's vibrant scientific illustrations illuminated newly-discovered species — but his writings inspired the Nazis.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 17, 2020

33 Stunning Illustrations From 19th-Century Naturalist Ernst Haeckel That Merge Art And Science

Before there were cameras, German biologist Ernst Haeckel's vibrant scientific illustrations illuminated newly-discovered species — but his writings inspired the Nazis.

By Natasha Ishak November 17, 2020