France last used the guillotine for execution in the 1970s, and the death penalty was abolished in 1981. But scores of people lost their heads under its blade.
When it comes to World War II, it's not all that hard to end up thinking of the Japanese Kamikaze pilots who would dive bomb their planes into Allied ships.
The family names have become such a part of our language that people sometimes forget there were two actual families called the Hatfields and the McCoys.
In "We Didn't Start the Fire," Billy Joel lists off dozens of people. Here are some historical figures from "We Didn't Start the Fire" you know nothing about.
The title of "most powerful" secret society might have to go to the Knights Templar. During the Crusades, they were an arm of the pope and had lots of wealth.
People have heard of the Lewis and Clark expedition, but not the man named York. Here's the untold truth of the slave who helped the Lewis and Clark expedition.
The true story of World War II's code talkers is a tale about information and war and how a complex Native American language birthed an unbreakable code.
In the 1930s, Universal Studios was known for its horror films. The Bride of Frankenstein is regarded as the greatest of all the Universal monster movies.
Despite keeping their composure most of the time, game show hosts are people too, and sometimes they can't help but react when contestants get out of hand.
The FBI has had decades of practice perfecting the art of convincing a serial killer to work against his best interest to, in a sick way, do the right thing.
The Underground Railroad allowed Black people to escape slavery, but the trip was perilous. Here's what it was really like escaping on the Underground Railroad.
The rules Queen Elizabeth II minded in order to maintain her image and role in government were a big deal. Here are the most notable rules she had to follow.
The legend of Japan's black-clad shinobi no mono, better known as the ninja, is famous in popular culture. But the historical truth is often exaggerated.
Marie Therese had a difficult life, starting out by being imprisoned for nearly four years and her family members being taken away from her one by one.
Who said that the office of the first lady is one without power or influence? Several helped shaped their husband's policies and practices while in office.