At first glance, dairy farmer Max Yasgur was about as far from a hippie as one could get. He was politically conservative and had supported the Vietnam War. On the other hand, he championed the concept of free expression, even if people expressed beliefs and opinions different from his own.
Read MoreThe DeLorean wowed movie audiences in 1985, as the futuristic, spaceship-looking thing streaked across the screen, reached 88 miles per hour, and flashed back to the 1950s in Back to the Future. And as you might expect, the creator of such a unique car was himself unique.
Read MoreBy 1945, Liberace had a nightclub show that mixed classical piano with popular music and showcased his flair for showmanship and style.
Read MoreA half-dozen cast members have died over the years. Phil Harris, Keith Anderson and Tony Lara are just some of the show's stars to have passed in recent years.
Read MoreAfter becoming a world champion, Kahanamoku moved to Hollywood for a time and worked as an actor. It was during his time in California -- June 1925 -- that his skills would end up serving a purpose more vital than sport when he saved the lives of eight people who were caught on a sinking ship.
Read MoreFew individuals have captured public and patriotic ire in the same way as Benedict Arnold. Once a decorated American military officer, Arnold's name is now synonymous with the very idea of treason. So, let's take a look at some of the most common misconceptions about America's greatest traitor.
Read MoreThe truth is that no place on Earth seems safe from pollution at this point, and the North Pole is particularly vulnerable for a few specific reasons.
Read MoreThe Fab Four would be sadly incomplete without Ringo Starr, and they all knew it. But in 1964, while the guys were getting ready to head out on a world tour that included Denmark, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Australia, they were faced with just such a possibility.
Read MoreJohnson had his hardships, including an ailment that had affected him since infancy. Prodigy was diagnosed as an infant with sickle cell anemia, a painful, chronic disorder where red blood cells take on a crescent shape, which slows down and obstructs blood flow.
Read MoreAnning, without formal education or training, was integral to the early days of "natural science." She not only transcended class barriers to eventually catch the attention of prominent individuals such as English geologist Adam Sedgwick, but also gender barriers that deemed her ventures unheard of.
Read MoreSince its official inception in 1917, the House of Windsor has been wrought with tragedy and scandal. From forbidden love affairs, to sex scandals, to a struggle to stay legitimate in an ever-modernizing world, here are the tragic details of the House of Windsor.
Read MoreThe Mounties have instantly recognizable dress uniforms, made up of distinctive red jackets, or tunics, known as the Red Serge, paired with matching breeches, and accessorized with snappy brown leather Sam Browne belts, Stetson hats, and high leather Stracona boots.
Read MoreIt's time to put to rest the idea that Michael Anthony isn't an amazing bassist. In fact, the man who played on most of Van Halen's biggest hits and most memorable songs is probably Van Halen's most underrated member from any era.
Read MoreOne recent object of Murray's conceit didn't think he should get away with his notoriously bad behavior. According to USA Today, the actor has been using "Listen to the Music" by the Doobie Brothers in commercials for his line of golf clothing without paying for the rights to do so.
Read MoreNepal announced in 2012 that they would perform their own mission to check Everest's height; they were spurred to take action after a destructive 7.8 magnitude earthquake in 2015, after which scientists disagreed whether or not the quake had affected the mountain's size.
Read MoreToday, nearly everyone has a smartphone with a camera. You've probably taken hundreds of photos in your lifetime, if not thousands. But, in the 19th century, photography was a difficult art that required patience and expertise. Few early photographers were as successful as Mathew Brady.
Read MoreNuclear weapons started with the Manhattan Project in 1942. By 1946, the U.N. was setting up commissions to deal with nuclear weapons.
Read MoreOnly a sourpuss like Trent Reznor could complain about a legend like Johnny Cash covering one of his songs. Anyone else would be honored.
Read MoreWhile performing in London just before the United State was set to invade Iraq, lead singer Natalie Maines said to the audience, "Just so you know, we're on the good side with y'all. We do not want this war, this violence, and we're ashamed that the president of the United States is from Texas."
Read MoreAcrylic nails are very common these days, and celebrities can often be seen sporting some insanely long ones that make you wonder how they go about their day. And there's a pretty unexpected person to thank for the long nails that complete a woman's look.
Read MoreJonathan Davis' past might fuel his music, but the Korn frontman's accomplishments don't erase the darkness of his childhood.
Read MoreThe United States' Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. is (probably) the biggest library in the entire world. A variety of treasures is contained therein.
Read MoreHe was one of rock n' roll's earliest and most promising stars. Here's a look into the tragically brief life of Ritchie Valens.
Read MoreThe '90s also contained one of the most tragic and heartbreaking events of Prince's life, the details of which were only to emerge following his death and the publication of the memoirs of his wife at the time, Mayte García.
Read MoreOne of the most critical events in Jewish history, especially as a defining moment for Jewish culture, is also one of the Bible's lesser known epochs: The Babylonian Exile, from 586–538 BCE. The Babylonian Exile is the reason why Judaism cohered into a canonical religion at all.
Read MoreFans of Tom Waits will know that his biggest collaborator and creative inspiration is his wife Kathleen. For the longest time, he only wrote songs with her, but he saw something in Keith Richards that made him want to break that trend. "There's nobody in the world like him," Waits told NPR.
Read MoreAncient Rome has became known as the seat of opulence and luxury. It was the place where people gave up on stretchy pants and went right to togas, and those expanding waistlines might have had something to do with their love of feasting. This is what it was like to feast in Ancient Rome.
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