The Gruesome Nazi Murder Of All Quiet On The Western Front Author's Sister
War is an ugly, costly affair, not only in terms of economics, but the cost inflicted on families -- either directly, through military service, or reprisals.
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Inside Ava Gardner's Decades-Long Commitment To The Civil Rights Movement
Ava Gardner was known as one of Hollywood's most famous actresses, but she was also known for her decades-long commitment to the Civil Rights Movement.
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Why Teddy Roosevelt's Legacy As The 'Conservation President' Is Well-Earned
President Theodore Roosevelt was a dedicated outdoorsman and athlete, in addition to his accomplishments as a historian, scholar, and public servant.
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The Death Of The Manson Family Attorney, Ronald Hughes, Has Sparked Theories For 50 Years
The Tate-LaBianca murders shook the world and shined the spotlight on Charles Manson and the killers, who he ordered to carry out lethal attacks.
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The Ancient 2,700-Year-Old Carvings In Iraq That Have Survived ISIS Attacks
These 2,700-year-old carvings in Iraq survived ISIS bombings and still remain today. Here's the story behind the ancient carvings.
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Why The Crazy Horse Monument Hasn't Been Finished
A monument to Crazy Horse, the famed Native American who defeated General Custer. Here's why the giant monument to Crazy Horse hasn't been finished.
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How Day Of The Dead Is Really A Celebration Of Life
Primarily celebrated in Mexico and parts of Central and South America, the Day of the Dead has also become increasingly popular in other countries.
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What Is A Cabinet Of Curiosities?
Long before there were the institutional entities we now know as museums, there were private collections of, well, interesting stuff -- cabinets of curiosities.
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What Is An Ofrenda, A Key Component Of Day Of The Dead Celebrations?
Today, people celebrate el Día de los Muertos by going to cemeteries to leave food and offerings on their loved ones' graves and leave ofrenda on an altar.
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The 300-Year History Of Japan's High-Speed Float Festival
Japan hosts a high-speed float festival every year in the city of Osaka. This is the 300-year history of the event and why it's held.
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Pat Benatar's Historical Tie-In With MTV
MTV's era of playing music videos was a groundswell in American popular culture, launched by, among others, work by popular vocalist Pat Benatar.
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Why Chimney Sweeps Are Considered Lucky
Chimney sweeps are considered lucky because one once saved King George III from being thrown off his horse, and the king declared them lucky.
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Why The Cherokee Nation Might Finally Get A Congressional Seat
It's no secret that numerous treaties between Native Americans and the U.S. government went unfulfilled. The Cherokee Nation is working to change one point.
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The Controversial History Of Europe's Longest Bridge
The Crimean Bridge, the longest bridge in Europe, has a controversial history that predates the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Here's why it's important.
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How An Enslaved Person Became A Local Celebrity And Earned His Freedom
Abdulrahman Ibrahim Ibn Sori went from being an African Prince to an American enslaved person before eventually regaining his freedom. Here's the story.
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Survival Tips Should You Find Yourself In The Middle Of A Crowd Crush
Crowd crushes happen at concerts, religious observances, and sporting events, among other situations that draw large crowds. Here are some survival tips.
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Jimi Hendrix's Heartbreaking Last Words Left On His Manager's Answering Machine
Jimi Hendrix's heartbreaking last words left on his manager's answering machine only leave unanswered questions surrounding Hendrix's final days.
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A 4,000-Year-Old Writing System That Finally Makes Sense To Scholars
The Elamite language, dating back four or five thousand years, finally makes sense to language scholars. Here's how they uncovered its secrets.
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Who The Kings On Playing Cards Are Said To Represent
Few people know that for many years, the four kings included in the deck were also named after famous historical figures, with names printed alongside them.
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Why Only The Upper Half Of The Deceased Is Usually Shown For An Open Casket Viewing
Half-couch caskets, which have two lid openings, are more common than full-couch caskets.
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The Botched Eye Surgery That Left Johann Sebastian Bach Blind
Johann Sebastian Bach is widely regarded as a unique musical genius, a man who composed works that continue to amaze centuries later -- until he was blinded.
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Gold Rushes You Didn't Learn About In School
"Gold rush" might call to mind the one in California in 1849, but there were many more. Here are some gold rushes you probably didn't learn about in school.
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Who Wrote The Pledge Of Allegiance?
The Pledge of Allegiance is a bit of prose that most U.S. schoolchildren learn by heart, recited to start the classroom day. Who penned the pledge?
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In Bulgaria, You Can Bungee Jump To Look At The 'Eyes Of God'
If you're the sort who enjoys flinging themselves off heights, with faith in a bungee cord, Bulgaria offers a bit of landscape known as the Eyes of God.
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The Legend Of Gyanganj: The Himalayas' Ancient City Of Immortals
The legend of Gyanganj: The Himalayas' ancient city of immortals says that there is such a place on Earth, but it may just be a state of mind.
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The Medieval Crusades Timeline Explained
For three centuries, Western Europe sent various military forces to try and stop an expanding Muslim empire. Here's a brief history of the Crusades.
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The History Of The National Parks Service Emblem Explained
The National Parks Service emblem went through several versions before it looked like the one we know today. Here is the emblem's history, explained.
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