Interesting People Who Make History Worth Remembering

The Tragic History Of John Pemberton — The Man Who Invented Coca-Cola

If John Pemberton was never in the American Civil War, he would never have become addicted to morphine and we wouldn't have Coca-Cola.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 6, 2018

The Tragic History Of John Pemberton — The Man Who Invented Coca-Cola

If John Pemberton was never in the American Civil War, he would never have become addicted to morphine and we wouldn't have Coca-Cola.

By Marco Margaritoff April 6, 2018

Rob Hall Is Proof That It Doesn’t Matter How Experienced You Are — Everest Is Still A Deadly Climb

The climbers on Everest face danger every day, but Rob Hall had lived to tell the tale several times before his fatal climb.

By Katie Serena Apr 6, 2018

Rob Hall Is Proof That It Doesn’t Matter How Experienced You Are — Everest Is Still A Deadly Climb

The climbers on Everest face danger every day, but Rob Hall had lived to tell the tale several times before his fatal climb.

By Katie Serena April 6, 2018

33 Vintage Backstage Photos Of History’s Most Famous Musicians

From The Beatles taking a drag to the Rat Pack cracking up, these photos give you the full VIP look at your favorite musicians backstage.

By All That's Interesting Apr 5, 2018

33 Vintage Backstage Photos Of History’s Most Famous Musicians

From The Beatles taking a drag to the Rat Pack cracking up, these photos give you the full VIP look at your favorite musicians backstage.

By All That's Interesting April 5, 2018

They Massacred His People – 21 Years Later, He Got Revenge

Udham Singh witnessed a massacre and spent the rest of his life dreaming of getting his revenge.

By William DeLong Apr 5, 2018

They Massacred His People – 21 Years Later, He Got Revenge

Udham Singh witnessed a massacre and spent the rest of his life dreaming of getting his revenge.

By William DeLong April 5, 2018

How Hans Steininger Was Killed By His Own Four Foot Beard

Hans Steininger was a beloved mayor with an impressive – and deadly – set of whiskers.

By Katie Serena Apr 5, 2018

How Hans Steininger Was Killed By His Own Four Foot Beard

Hans Steininger was a beloved mayor with an impressive – and deadly – set of whiskers.

By Katie Serena April 5, 2018

Southerners Actually Thought Slaves Escaping Was A Sign Of Mental Illness

Southern doctors used pseudo-science to explain why slaves tried to escape while ignoring the fact that maybe they just didn't like being slaves.

By Gina Dimuro Apr 4, 2018

Southerners Actually Thought Slaves Escaping Was A Sign Of Mental Illness

Southern doctors used pseudo-science to explain why slaves tried to escape while ignoring the fact that maybe they just didn't like being slaves.

By Gina Dimuro April 4, 2018

How Romulus And Remus Founded Rome – Or So The Legend Says

The legend behind the founding of Rome seemed too far-fetched to be true, but there may just be some archeological evidence that suggests otherwise.

By Aimee Lamoureux Apr 4, 2018

How Romulus And Remus Founded Rome – Or So The Legend Says

The legend behind the founding of Rome seemed too far-fetched to be true, but there may just be some archeological evidence that suggests otherwise.

By Aimee Lamoureux April 4, 2018

Speedball: The Deadly Drug Cocktail That’s Claimed Too Many Lives

Speedballs have claimed the lives of several of your favorite celebrities, but its popularity doesn't seem to be declining.

By Katie Serena Apr 3, 2018

Speedball: The Deadly Drug Cocktail That’s Claimed Too Many Lives

Speedballs have claimed the lives of several of your favorite celebrities, but its popularity doesn't seem to be declining.

By Katie Serena April 3, 2018

Some West Africans Have DNA Not Linked To Any Known Human Ancestor

Using a new method, researchers found mysterious "ghost" DNA in West African Yoruba population.

By Kara Goldfarb Apr 3, 2018

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The Tragic History Of John Pemberton — The Man Who Invented Coca-Cola

The Tragic History Of John Pemberton — The Man Who Invented Coca-Cola

Rob Hall Is Proof That It Doesn’t Matter How Experienced You Are — Everest Is Still A Deadly Climb

Rob Hall Is Proof That It Doesn’t Matter How Experienced You Are — Everest Is Still A Deadly Climb

33 Vintage Backstage Photos Of History’s Most Famous Musicians

33 Vintage Backstage Photos Of History’s Most Famous Musicians

They Massacred His People – 21 Years Later, He Got Revenge

They Massacred His People – 21 Years Later, He Got Revenge

How Hans Steininger Was Killed By His Own Four Foot Beard

How Hans Steininger Was Killed By His Own Four Foot Beard

Southerners Actually Thought Slaves Escaping Was A Sign Of Mental Illness

Southerners Actually Thought Slaves Escaping Was A Sign Of Mental Illness

How Romulus And Remus Founded Rome – Or So The Legend Says

How Romulus And Remus Founded Rome – Or So The Legend Says

Speedball: The Deadly Drug Cocktail That’s Claimed Too Many Lives

Speedball: The Deadly Drug Cocktail That’s Claimed Too Many Lives

Some West Africans Have DNA Not Linked To Any Known Human Ancestor

Some West Africans Have DNA Not Linked To Any Known Human Ancestor

Dr. Theodor Morell And The Untold Truth About Hitler’s Drug Habit

Dr. Theodor Morell And The Untold Truth About Hitler’s Drug Habit