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WWII Nazi POW Returns To American Prison Camp To Say ‘Thank You’

“No guard called us nasty names. I had a better life as a prisoner than my mother and sister back home in Germany,” said the former POW.

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 10, 2017

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WWII Nazi POW Returns To American Prison Camp To Say ‘Thank You’

“No guard called us nasty names. I had a better life as a prisoner than my mother and sister back home in Germany,” said the former POW.

By Gabe Paoletti • October 10, 2017

How One Boy Grew Up Black In Nazi Germany — And Survived

Due to a loophole in Hitler's laws, Hans Massaquoi was able to survive as a black child in Nazi Germany. However, it wasn't easy.

By Katie Serena • Oct 10, 2017

How One Boy Grew Up Black In Nazi Germany — And Survived

Due to a loophole in Hitler's laws, Hans Massaquoi was able to survive as a black child in Nazi Germany. However, it wasn't easy.

By Katie Serena • October 10, 2017

7 Brands With Nazi Ties That We All Use

These companies made fortunes and grew to what they are today with help from Hitler.

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 6, 2017

7 Brands With Nazi Ties That We All Use

These companies made fortunes and grew to what they are today with help from Hitler.

By Gabe Paoletti • October 6, 2017

This Week In History News, Oct. 1 – 7

Philosopher's mummified head put on display, St. Nicholas' grave found, possible Mona Lisa prototype identified, human radiation experiments revealed, "Band of Brothers" vet laid to rest.

By All That's Interesting • Oct 6, 2017

This Week In History News, Oct. 1 – 7

Philosopher's mummified head put on display, St. Nicholas' grave found, possible Mona Lisa prototype identified, human radiation experiments revealed, "Band of Brothers" vet laid to rest.

By All That's Interesting • October 6, 2017

Meet Inga Arvad, The Woman Who Stole Hitler’s Heart And Dated JFK

Suspected Nazi spy Inga Arvad was simultaneously linked to both Adolf Hitler and John F. Kennedy.

By John Kuroski • Oct 4, 2017

Meet Inga Arvad, The Woman Who Stole Hitler’s Heart And Dated JFK

Suspected Nazi spy Inga Arvad was simultaneously linked to both Adolf Hitler and John F. Kennedy.

By John Kuroski • October 4, 2017

World War II Veteran Donald Malarkey, Portrayed In ‘Band Of Brothers,’ Dies At 96

“You could look back and... realize that you had done a very significant thing and acted responsibly in what amounted to saving the world.”

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 4, 2017

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World War II Veteran Donald Malarkey, Portrayed In ‘Band Of Brothers,’ Dies At 96

“You could look back and... realize that you had done a very significant thing and acted responsibly in what amounted to saving the world.”

By Gabe Paoletti • October 4, 2017

Embarrassing Hitler Photos That He Tried To Have Destroyed — Or Probably Should Have

Rarely-seen photos that'll upend your image of this genocidal dictator.

By Erin Kelly • Oct 2, 2017

Embarrassing Hitler Photos That He Tried To Have Destroyed — Or Probably Should Have

Rarely-seen photos that'll upend your image of this genocidal dictator.

By Erin Kelly • October 2, 2017

Photos Of The Forgotten Bengal Famine Fueled By British Colonialism

The death toll estimates of the Bengal famine vary so wildly because, at some point, there were simply too many dead to count.

By Mark Oliver • Oct 1, 2017

Photos Of The Forgotten Bengal Famine Fueled By British Colonialism

The death toll estimates of the Bengal famine vary so wildly because, at some point, there were simply too many dead to count.

By Mark Oliver • October 1, 2017

15 Army Mascot Animals That Might Be The Forgotten Heroes Of History’s Largest Wars

From regular pets like dogs and cats to bizarre wild animals like elephants, tigers, and kangaroos, army mascots have come all shapes and sizes.

By Gabe Paoletti • Sep 29, 2017

15 Army Mascot Animals That Might Be The Forgotten Heroes Of History’s Largest Wars

From regular pets like dogs and cats to bizarre wild animals like elephants, tigers, and kangaroos, army mascots have come all shapes and sizes.

By Gabe Paoletti • September 29, 2017

The Time A Jewish Man Met His Nazi Twin Brother

After their parents' relationship ended, the twins were separated and began two very contrasting lives.

By Katie Serena • Sep 29, 2017

The Time A Jewish Man Met His Nazi Twin Brother

After their parents' relationship ended, the twins were separated and began two very contrasting lives.

By Katie Serena • September 29, 2017