The Mysterious Death Of Meriwether Lewis
Meriwether Lewis is best known as half of the historical exploration duo Lewis and Clark. Fewer people know that Lewis died under very suspicious circumstances.
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The Tragic Death Of Secretariat
Secretariat had inauspicious beginnings. His eventual groom, Eddie Sweat, later reported, "I didn't think much of him when we first got him ... real clumsy."
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How Much Al Green Is Actually Worth
Soul singer, Al Green popularized songs like "Let's Stay Together" and "Take Me To the River" and sold more than 20 million records — so how much is he worth?
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The American General Who Was Captured By North Koreans In The Korean War
While enlisted men and officers are often captured while wars rage, it is almost unheard of for such a high-ranking officer to become a prisoner of war.
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This Was The First Commercial Airline In History
Created by American aviator pioneer Thomas W. Benoist, the St. Petersburg–Tampa Airboat Line carried over 1,200 passengers from January to May 1914.
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Details About The Boston Strangler's Death
Albert DeSalvo was dubbed the Boston Strangler after a string of 13 murders from June 14, 1962 to January 4, 1964. His victims ranged in age from 19 to 85.
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What Happened To Kiki Camarena's Wife?
On the day of his abduction, DEA Special Agent Kiki Camarena was supposed to meet up with his wife, but she would never see him again. Where is she today?
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Why Was Olivia Black Fired From Pawn Stars?
Olivia Black, who debuted during the fifth season of 'Pawn Stars,' was fired from the show barely over a year after her first appearance.
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This Was The Secret To Jesse Owens' Speed
How did Jesse Owens become one of the greatest speedsters to ever compete? It was partly due to a very specific (and unusual) technique.
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The Crazy History Of The Seven Summits Mountaineering Challenge
What if you went out to climb the highest peak on every continent on Earth? Well, there's a competition for that -- the Seven Summits Mountaineering Challenge.
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Boston Strangler: The Truth About Albert DeSalvo's Childhood
Albert DeSalvo was known by many names — the Measuring Man, the Green Man, and the Boston Strangler. How did he become a serial killer? It started in childhood.
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Who Won The Battle Of Bunker Hill?
The Battle of Bunker Hill took place after the battles at Lexington and Concord as the colonial rebels wanted to keep British troops contained in Boston.
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What You Didn't Know About The Second Boston Tea Party
The first Boston Tea Party sent a message to The Crown that at least some Americans were up to here with British interference in their laws and their commerce.
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Competitive Walking Was Once The Biggest Sport In The World
Walking: That thing that nobody does enough of in the sedentary throes of modernity's chair-bound lifestyles. Fortunately, there's a solution — walk, you fools!
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What Vikings In 800 AD Really Ate
Although there isn't much written documentation about their eating habits, some believe the Viking diet was in fact richer than the average English peasant's.
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The Injury That Derailed Beck's Career
After being hurt on the set of a video, alt-rock royalty Beck tried to work and tour through the pain, but ignoring an injury can only work for so long.
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The Stunning Number Of Corgis The Queen Has Owned In Her Life
While dogs might be man's best friend, it is Pembroke Welsh Corgis that became Queen Elizabeth II's pet of choice. The love affair began on her 18th birthday.
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False Things You Believe About Tina Turner
Tina Turner's songs and personal life have found a place in pop culture, as have a number of myths. Here are some false things you believe about Tina Turner.
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What You Should Know About Tenochtitlan's Main Temple
Mexico City's Templo Mayor is its ceremonial and cultural heart — still partially standing centuries later. Its history is both blood-soaked and fascinating.
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The Bizarre True Story Of The Woman Who Claimed To Give Birth To Rabbits
In 1727, the British medical and academic communities were obsessed with a peasant woman who made an extraordinary claim: She had given birth to rabbits.
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Why The French And Indian War's Name Is Misleading
The French and Indian War started in 1754, and in North America, set the stage for the American Revolution in which the United States became independent.
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The Most Dangerous Martial Arts In The World
There are several styles of martial arts that stay true to their roots, continue to rely heavily on combative instruction, and may be considered dangerous.
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The Truth About Rodney Alcala's Time In The Military
Signs of the Rodney Alcala's descent into becoming a brutal serial killer started as early as the early 1960s while Alcala was enlisted in the U.S. Army.
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Who Is Paul McCartney's Brother?
Paul McCartney's brother never reached the stratospheric fame of his brother, but that may have been by design, considering that he used a stage name.
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How A Silly Blunder Led To John Wesley Hardin's Final Capture
John Wesley Hardin was known for his lightning reflexes. But they faltered when he needed them. He landed behind bars, bringing his life on the run to an end.
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A Look At Winston Churchill's Troubles With Money
Sir Winston Churchill is best known for his leadership during WWII, but the former prime minister apparently wasn't as good when it came to managing finances.
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Richard Chase: How Many Victims Did The Vampire Killer Have?
The severe psychosis of Richard Chase manifested in horrid acts that were perpetrated on those who made the grave mistake of not locking their front doors.
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