Interesting History Articles And Stories That Bring The Past To Life

The Story Of Philip Johnson, The Man Who Almost Got Away With The Biggest Cash Heist In U.S. History

Frustrated with his low-paying job guarding armored cars for Loomis, Fargo & Co., Philip Noel Johnson made off with $18.8 million of the company’s money one day in March 1997.

By Neil Patmore Dec 29, 2022

The Story Of Philip Johnson, The Man Who Almost Got Away With The Biggest Cash Heist In U.S. History

Frustrated with his low-paying job guarding armored cars for Loomis, Fargo & Co., Philip Noel Johnson made off with $18.8 million of the company’s money one day in March 1997.

By Neil Patmore December 29, 2022

The Disturbing Case Of Kimberly Kessler, The Murderer With 18 False Identities

After Florida hairstylist Joleen Cummings vanished in 2018, authorities questioned her co-worker “Jennifer Sybert” — and soon found out that wasn’t her real name.

By Neil Patmore Dec 29, 2022

The Disturbing Case Of Kimberly Kessler, The Murderer With 18 False Identities

After Florida hairstylist Joleen Cummings vanished in 2018, authorities questioned her co-worker “Jennifer Sybert” — and soon found out that wasn’t her real name.

By Neil Patmore December 29, 2022

Inside The Demise Of Troy Leon Gregg, The Man Who Escaped Death Row Before Being Murdered That Very Night

The night before he was to be executed in July 1980, Troy Leon Gregg broke out of Georgia State Prison — only to die in a bar fight just a few hours later.

By Austin Harvey Dec 28, 2022

Inside The Demise Of Troy Leon Gregg, The Man Who Escaped Death Row Before Being Murdered That Very Night

The night before he was to be executed in July 1980, Troy Leon Gregg broke out of Georgia State Prison — only to die in a bar fight just a few hours later.

By Austin Harvey December 28, 2022

The Sordid Story Of Geri McGee, The Showgirl And Hustler Immortalized In ‘Casino’

Known as Ginger McKenna in Martin Scorsese's Casino, the real-life Geri McGee married casino boss Frank Rosenthal and had an affair with mob hitman Tony Spilotro in the 1970s — then her story ended in tragedy.

By Austin Harvey Dec 28, 2022

The Sordid Story Of Geri McGee, The Showgirl And Hustler Immortalized In ‘Casino’

By Austin Harvey December 28, 2022

25 Jeffrey Dahmer Facts That Reveal The Man Behind The ‘Milwaukee Monster’

You've heard about his brutal crimes and cannibalism — but who is Jeffrey Dahmer and how did he become one of the most notorious serial killers in American history?

By Kaleena Fraga Dec 27, 2022

25 Jeffrey Dahmer Facts That Reveal The Man Behind The ‘Milwaukee Monster’

You've heard about his brutal crimes and cannibalism — but who is Jeffrey Dahmer and how did he become one of the most notorious serial killers in American history?

By Kaleena Fraga December 27, 2022

Inside The Terrifying Legends Of The Goatman That’s Been Seen In Maryland And Texas For Decades

Half-man and half-goat, the mysterious beast known as the Goatman is said to stalk forests and lurk beneath bridges waiting for the next victim in his murderous rampage.

By Austin Harvey Dec 27, 2022

Inside The Terrifying Legends Of The Goatman That’s Been Seen In Maryland And Texas For Decades

Half-man and half-goat, the mysterious beast known as the Goatman is said to stalk forests and lurk beneath bridges waiting for the next victim in his murderous rampage.

By Austin Harvey December 27, 2022

Meet The Dybbuk, The Malevolent Spirit Of Jewish Folklore

Originating in 17th-century Europe, the legend of the dybbuk warns of a "soul-cleaving" spirit with the power to possess vulnerable people.

By Austin Harvey Dec 26, 2022

Meet The Dybbuk, The Malevolent Spirit Of Jewish Folklore

Originating in 17th-century Europe, the legend of the dybbuk warns of a "soul-cleaving" spirit with the power to possess vulnerable people.

By Austin Harvey December 26, 2022

Inside The Mysterious Death Of Dorothy Kilgallen, The ‘Reporter Who Knew Too Much’

Investigative journalist Dorothy Kilgallen was probing the John F. Kennedy assassination when she suddenly died under strange circumstances on November 8, 1965.

By Kaleena Fraga Dec 26, 2022

Inside The Mysterious Death Of Dorothy Kilgallen, The ‘Reporter Who Knew Too Much’

Investigative journalist Dorothy Kilgallen was probing the John F. Kennedy assassination when she suddenly died under strange circumstances on November 8, 1965.

By Kaleena Fraga December 26, 2022

Inside The Bloody Criminal Reign Of Vito Rizzuto, The ‘Canadian Godfather’

Cornering the market in heroin and cocaine trafficking, Vito Rizzuto's mafia family dominated Montreal until his death in December 2013.

By Austin Harvey Dec 26, 2022

Inside The Bloody Criminal Reign Of Vito Rizzuto, The ‘Canadian Godfather’

Cornering the market in heroin and cocaine trafficking, Vito Rizzuto's mafia family dominated Montreal until his death in December 2013.

By Austin Harvey December 26, 2022

These 40 Vintage Christmas Images Will Make You Want To Break Out The Milk And Cookies For Santa

From aluminum Christmas trees to retro Santa costumes to vintage holiday dolls, these photos will take you back to a simpler time.

By Kaleena Fraga Dec 25, 2022

These 40 Vintage Christmas Images Will Make You Want To Break Out The Milk And Cookies For Santa

From aluminum Christmas trees to retro Santa costumes to vintage holiday dolls, these photos will take you back to a simpler time.

By Kaleena Fraga December 25, 2022

The Controversial Story Of David Ferrie, The Little-Known Man Who May Have Helped Assassinate President Kennedy

David Ferrie was a rabid anti-communist who allegedly knew Lee Harvey Oswald and had shadowy connections to the CIA, which has led some to speculate that he conspired to kill JFK.

By Kaleena Fraga Dec 23, 2022

The Controversial Story Of David Ferrie, The Little-Known Man Who May Have Helped Assassinate President Kennedy

David Ferrie was a rabid anti-communist who allegedly knew Lee Harvey Oswald and had shadowy connections to the CIA, which has led some to speculate that he conspired to kill JFK.

By Kaleena Fraga December 23, 2022