women’s history

The Remarkable Story Of Clementine Churchill, The Formidable Wife Of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill

Winston and Clementine Churchill were married for 56 years, during which she supported her powerful husband through countless personal and political challenges.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 1, 2026

The Remarkable Story Of Clementine Churchill, The Formidable Wife Of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill

Winston and Clementine Churchill were married for 56 years, during which she supported her powerful husband through countless personal and political challenges.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 1, 2026

37 Anti-Suffrage Postcards That Show America’s Absurd Fear Of Giving Women The Right To Vote

At the same time that the women's suffrage movement found renewed energy, the postcard became a powerful political tool that both suffragists and anti-suffragists alike exploited.

By Savannah Cox • Apr 30, 2026

37 Anti-Suffrage Postcards That Show America’s Absurd Fear Of Giving Women The Right To Vote

At the same time that the women's suffrage movement found renewed energy, the postcard became a powerful political tool that both suffragists and anti-suffragists alike exploited.

By Savannah Cox • April 30, 2026

Violet Jessop, The Woman Who Survived The Sinking Of The Titanic — And Its Sister Ship

Not only did Violet Jessop survive the sinking of the Titanic and the Britannic, but she was also aboard the Titanic's other sister ship, the Olympic, when it collided with a cruiser in 1911.

By Katie Serena • Apr 29, 2026

Violet Jessop, The Woman Who Survived The Sinking Of The Titanic — And Its Sister Ship

Not only did Violet Jessop survive the sinking of the Titanic and the Britannic, but she was also aboard the Titanic's other sister ship, the Olympic, when it collided with a cruiser in 1911.

By Katie Serena • April 29, 2026

The Remarkable Story Of Nanny Of The Maroons, The Revered Jamaican Freedom Fighter

After escaping slavery in Jamaica in the 18th century, Nanny of the Maroons helped other enslaved Africans escape — and led a guerrilla war against British colonizers.

By Andrew Milne • Apr 28, 2026

The Remarkable Story Of Nanny Of The Maroons, The Revered Jamaican Freedom Fighter

After escaping slavery in Jamaica in the 18th century, Nanny of the Maroons helped other enslaved Africans escape — and led a guerrilla war against British colonizers.

By Andrew Milne • April 28, 2026

Xin Zhui And The Story Of The Stunningly Intact Lady Dai Mummy

Even after 2,200 years, the mummy of ancient Chinese noblewoman Xin Zhui a.k.a. Lady Dai remains so well-preserved that there's hair on her head and blood in her veins.

By John Kuroski • Apr 26, 2026

Xin Zhui And The Story Of The Stunningly Intact Lady Dai Mummy

Even after 2,200 years, the mummy of ancient Chinese noblewoman Xin Zhui a.k.a. Lady Dai remains so well-preserved that there's hair on her head and blood in her veins.

By John Kuroski • April 26, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Qubilah Shabazz, The Second Daughter Of Malcolm X

Qubilah Shabazz was convinced that Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan was responsible for the 1965 assassination of her father, Malcolm X — and in 1995, she was arrested for conspiring to have Farrakhan killed.

By Austin Harvey • Apr 18, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Qubilah Shabazz, The Second Daughter Of Malcolm X

Qubilah Shabazz was convinced that Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan was responsible for the 1965 assassination of her father, Malcolm X — and in 1995, she was arrested for conspiring to have Farrakhan killed.

By Austin Harvey • April 18, 2026

The Story Of Valentina Vassilyev, The 18th-Century Russian Woman Who Reportedly Gave Birth To 69 Children

Valentina Vassilyev holds the world record for "Most Prolific Mother" as she allegedly gave birth 27 times to 69 children between 1725 and 1765.

By Genevieve Carlton • Apr 6, 2026

The Story Of Valentina Vassilyev, The 18th-Century Russian Woman Who Reportedly Gave Birth To 69 Children

Valentina Vassilyev holds the world record for "Most Prolific Mother" as she allegedly gave birth 27 times to 69 children between 1725 and 1765.

By Genevieve Carlton • April 6, 2026

Meet Giulia Tofana, The 17th-Century Professional Poisoner Said To Have Killed 600 Men

If Giulia Tofana's confessions are to be believed, then the lethal potion maker is among the most prolific serial killers in history.

By Hannah McKennett • Apr 3, 2026

Meet Giulia Tofana, The 17th-Century Professional Poisoner Said To Have Killed 600 Men

If Giulia Tofana's confessions are to be believed, then the lethal potion maker is among the most prolific serial killers in history.

By Hannah McKennett • April 3, 2026

What Really Happened The Night Darlie Routier’s Two Sons Were Murdered?

On June 6, 1996, Damon and Devon Routier were murdered in the suburban Texas town of Rowlett. Their mom, Darlie Routier, was found guilty and sentenced to death a year later, but has maintained her innocence ever since.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Apr 2, 2026

What Really Happened The Night Darlie Routier’s Two Sons Were Murdered?

On June 6, 1996, Damon and Devon Routier were murdered in the suburban Texas town of Rowlett. Their mom, Darlie Routier, was found guilty and sentenced to death a year later, but has maintained her innocence ever since.

By Aimee Lamoureux • April 2, 2026

Inside The Tumultuous Life Of Sajida Talfah, The Widow Of Iraqi Dictator Saddam Hussein

Saddam Hussein and Sajida Talfah were together for 43 years following their arranged marriage, but she has maintained a low profile since the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003.

By Gina Dimuro • Apr 2, 2026

Inside The Tumultuous Life Of Sajida Talfah, The Widow Of Iraqi Dictator Saddam Hussein

Saddam Hussein and Sajida Talfah were together for 43 years following their arranged marriage, but she has maintained a low profile since the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003.

By Gina Dimuro • April 2, 2026