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The Hidden History Of Ratlines, The System Of Escape Routes That Helped Nazis Flee Europe

After World War II, thousands of Nazi war criminals escaped justice with the help of ratlines — which were set up by the Vatican, South American politicians, and sometimes even U.S. spies.

By Kaleena Fraga • Feb 25, 2023

The Hidden History Of Ratlines, The System Of Escape Routes That Helped Nazis Flee Europe

After World War II, thousands of Nazi war criminals escaped justice with the help of ratlines — which were set up by the Vatican, South American politicians, and sometimes even U.S. spies.

By Kaleena Fraga • February 25, 2023

Jean-Marie Loret: The Man Who Believed He Was The Secret Son Of Adolf Hitler

While serving in the German army during World War 1, Adolf Hitler allegedly had an affair with a French woman named Charlotte Lobjoie — and Jean-Marie Loret was the result.

By Katie Serena • Feb 24, 2023

Jean-Marie Loret: The Man Who Believed He Was The Secret Son Of Adolf Hitler

While serving in the German army during World War 1, Adolf Hitler allegedly had an affair with a French woman named Charlotte Lobjoie — and Jean-Marie Loret was the result.

By Katie Serena • February 24, 2023

The Little-Known Story Of World War II Hero Charles Jackson French And The 15 Sailors He Saved

When the USS Gregory sank in 1942, a mess hall officer named Charles Jackson French dragged a raft full of his wounded crewmates to safety through shark-infested waters.

By Kaleena Fraga • Feb 22, 2023

The Little-Known Story Of World War II Hero Charles Jackson French And The 15 Sailors He Saved

When the USS Gregory sank in 1942, a mess hall officer named Charles Jackson French dragged a raft full of his wounded crewmates to safety through shark-infested waters.

By Kaleena Fraga • February 22, 2023

Alois Hitler: The Story Of The Austrian Civil Servant Who Was Adolf Hitler’s Father

The father of Adolf Hitler, Alois Hitler was a domineering, unforgiving husband who often beat his wife and his children — leading his son to despise him.

By Gina Dimuro • Feb 20, 2023

Alois Hitler: The Story Of The Austrian Civil Servant Who Was Adolf Hitler’s Father

The father of Adolf Hitler, Alois Hitler was a domineering, unforgiving husband who often beat his wife and his children — leading his son to despise him.

By Gina Dimuro • February 20, 2023

The Complicated Truth About Adolf Hitler’s Children And Whether The Führer Was Actually A Father

According to some historians, Adolf Hitler secretly fathered a son named Jean-Marie Loret with a French woman in 1917. But is it actually true?

By Hannah McKennett • Feb 18, 2023

The Complicated Truth About Adolf Hitler’s Children And Whether The Führer Was Actually A Father

According to some historians, Adolf Hitler secretly fathered a son named Jean-Marie Loret with a French woman in 1917. But is it actually true?

By Hannah McKennett • February 18, 2023

The Incredible Life Of Solomon Perel, The Jewish Teenager Who Posed As A Nazi To Survive The Holocaust

Solomon Perel presented himself as Josef Perjell and even joined the Hitler Youth in order to avoid death at the hands of the Nazis during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • Feb 15, 2023

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The Incredible Life Of Solomon Perel, The Jewish Teenager Who Posed As A Nazi To Survive The Holocaust

Solomon Perel presented himself as Josef Perjell and even joined the Hitler Youth in order to avoid death at the hands of the Nazis during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • February 15, 2023

The Heroic True Story Of Dick Winters And His Band Of Brothers In Easy Company

Major Richard "Dick" Winters led his men in the 101st Airborne Division through the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge before being immortalized in "Band of Brothers."

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 12, 2023

The Heroic True Story Of Dick Winters And His Band Of Brothers In Easy Company

Major Richard "Dick" Winters led his men in the 101st Airborne Division through the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge before being immortalized in "Band of Brothers."

By Marco Margaritoff • February 12, 2023

‘A Cacophony Of Hell’: Inside The Ramree Island Crocodile Massacre

With World War II nearing its end in the early months of 1945, hundreds of Japanese soldiers perished during the Ramree Island crocodile attack, the deadliest in recorded history.

By William DeLong • Feb 7, 2023

‘A Cacophony Of Hell’: Inside The Ramree Island Crocodile Massacre

With World War II nearing its end in the early months of 1945, hundreds of Japanese soldiers perished during the Ramree Island crocodile attack, the deadliest in recorded history.

By William DeLong • February 7, 2023

Who Is Henry Tandey, ‘The Man Who Didn’t Shoot Hitler’?

Adolf Hitler claimed that British war hero Henry Tandey nearly killed him during World War I, then changed his mind at the last moment. But did Hitler make this story up?

By Daniel Rennie • Jan 30, 2023

Who Is Henry Tandey, ‘The Man Who Didn’t Shoot Hitler’?

Adolf Hitler claimed that British war hero Henry Tandey nearly killed him during World War I, then changed his mind at the last moment. But did Hitler make this story up?

By Daniel Rennie • January 30, 2023

Angela Hitler Was The Führer’s Half-Sister — And The Mother Of His Teenage Love Interest

Angela Hitler was the Führer's favorite sister who remained loyal to him even after he began a romantic relationship with Angela's daughter, Geli Raubal.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • Jan 29, 2023

Angela Hitler Was The Führer’s Half-Sister — And The Mother Of His Teenage Love Interest

Angela Hitler was the Führer's favorite sister who remained loyal to him even after he began a romantic relationship with Angela's daughter, Geli Raubal.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • January 29, 2023