How John D. Rockefeller Avoided Civil War Combat
Though John D. Rockefeller was publicly and staunchly abolitionist, he found ways of side-stepping his duty to the Union when the Civil War broke out in 1861.
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What Would Happen If The US Were Invaded
An enemy would have to break through layers of defenses before having a chance at setting foot on U.S. soil. Here's how the U.S. would react to an invasion.
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The Mysterious Disappearance Of Helen Brach The Candy Lady
Helen Brach went missing in 1977, and the case has never been closed. Here are the fascinating details of the mysterious disappearance of the Candy Lady.
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The Truth About Robert Ressler's Serial Killer Interviews
Criminologist Robert Ressler interviewed dozens of serial killers and was instrumental in the development of criminal profiling.
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10 Best Nikola Tesla Inventions
The story of Tesla's inventions is as complex as he was. Sometimes, other inventors received credit for inventions and breakthroughs Tesla completed first.
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Celebrities Who Died In Jail
Much like regular people, sometimes those who live lives of celebrity end those lives in ignominious ways, such as in jail after being convicted for a crime.
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Ghost Adventures: The Untold Truth Of Zak Bagans
Ghost Adventures was the brainchild of Zak Bagans, who is Hollywood handsome, wears only black, and does voice-overs that sound like Rod Sterling at half speed.
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Former FBI Agent On What Serial Killer Ed Kemper Was Really Like
Retired FBI agent John Douglas conducted a series of interviews with Ed Kemper in the years after his arrest.
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The Tragic Death Of John Bonham
Led Zeppelin had endured a grueling schedule of non-stop touring and recording. Despite the fame and riches, it was a lifestyle that Bonham began to abhor.
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The Crocodile Moment That Had Steve Irwin Fans Seeing Red
Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin had a different sensibility about deadly animals than most people. For one, he liked them. He even admired them and saw beauty.
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The Surprising Way Ellis Island Was Used During World War I And World War II
We don't really think of Ellis Island as mysterious and haunting. In our history books, its existence has been idealized. For most, it's a symbol of resilience.
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Jackie Kennedy Nearly Married This Man Instead Of JFK
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was, at one point, arguably the most famous woman in the world. Not to mention the most talked about, and most sought after.
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Why Nirvana Was Kicked Out Of Their Own Album Release Party
Musical icons are nothing short of revered by their legions of fans but everyone who has to clean up the mess they leave may not be quite so fond of them.
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This Mick Jagger Duet Was Lost For 46 Years
How exactly the recording of "Fragile" got lost is unknown, but in the days before digital media, misplacing the masters could have devastating effects.
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Why Brandon Lee Turned Down The Chance To Play His Father
As the son of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, one would think Brandon Lee would have lived a charmed and privileged life — but this wasn't necessarily the case.
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Is Tupac Buried Anywhere?
Following his death, Shakur was cremated and his ashes were given to his mother, Afeni Shakur. As for where they are now, there are a couple of odd stories.
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The Bizarre Plan The US Had To Invade Portugal
In the early 20th century, the United States had a number of color-coded contingency plans in case war broke out with another country, including War Plan Gray.
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The Serial Killer Who Allegedly Left Amazon Reviews For His Weapons
Todd Kohlhepp allegedly left several Amazon reviews for the weapons he purchased on the site.
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Disturbing Details Found In Kobe Bryant's Autopsy
When Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, died in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, it became one of those "Where were you when you heard" moments.
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The Truth About Helen Of Sparta, Menelaus, And Paris Of Troy's Love Triangle
The story of Helen, wife of Menelaus of Sparta, and her epic love triangle has been passed down the millennia and recounted by some of history's greatest poets.
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How The Mob Was Involved In The Fishing Industry
Some of the fields they were known for being heavily involved in were gambling, construction, garbage disposal, labor union, and fishing.
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What Was Colin Powell's Net Worth When He Died?
The statement from Colin Powell's family stated, in part: "We have lost a remarkable and loving husband, father, grandfather, and a great American." He was 84.
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Why Blue Crabs Have Caused Clashes Between North Korea And South Korea
The blue crabbing season usually starts in April in the Yellow Sea with peak fishing in June, but illegal crabbing is rampant.
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The Most Controversial Movies Based On The Bible Explained
Hollywood and organized religion have long had a difficult relationship. Here are some of the most controversial movies based on the Bible.
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How The American Revolution Impacted The French Revolution
From the French perspective, the political opportunities presented by the American Revolution were perhaps best described as a mirage.
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The Untold Truth Of Lynyrd Skynyrd's Billy Powell
Lynyrd Skynyrd was first composed of guitarists Gary Rossington and Allen Collins, bassist Larry Junstrom, drummer Bob Burns, and vocalist Ronnie Van Zant.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Colin Powell
On October 18, 2021, the world said goodbye to U.S. general, statesman, public figure, and young person's mentor, Colin Powell. He was 84.
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