Interesting History Articles And Stories That Bring The Past To Life

Meet Garrett Morgan, The Black Inventor Who Saved Lives With His Creations

Garrett Augustus Morgan didn't get his due until after his death in 1963 — despite inventing the modern traffic light and an early version of the gas mask.

By Genevieve Carlton Nov 9, 2021

Meet Garrett Morgan, The Black Inventor Who Saved Lives With His Creations

Garrett Augustus Morgan didn't get his due until after his death in 1963 — despite inventing the modern traffic light and an early version of the gas mask.

By Genevieve Carlton November 9, 2021

Scientists Just Discovered The First Direct Evidence Of Any Ancient Giant Sloth Species Eating Meat

By studying the amount of nitrogen isotopes in giant sloths' fur, scientists determined that these fearsome beasts were omnivores and likely scavenged South America for meat.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 9, 2021

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Scientists Just Discovered The First Direct Evidence Of Any Ancient Giant Sloth Species Eating Meat

By studying the amount of nitrogen isotopes in giant sloths' fur, scientists determined that these fearsome beasts were omnivores and likely scavenged South America for meat.

By Kaleena Fraga November 9, 2021

Archeologists Just Uncovered A Remarkably Well-Preserved ‘Slave Room’ At Pompeii

The 2,000-year-old room likely housed a family of three whose daily responsibilities included tending to their master's horses and ceremonial chariot, which were previously discovered nearby.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 8, 2021

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Archeologists Just Uncovered A Remarkably Well-Preserved ‘Slave Room’ At Pompeii

The 2,000-year-old room likely housed a family of three whose daily responsibilities included tending to their master's horses and ceremonial chariot, which were previously discovered nearby.

By Kaleena Fraga November 8, 2021

30 Absurd Facts About El Chapo, The Most Feared Drug Lord In Mexican History

From his prison escapes to his Twitter wars, discover some of the wildest facts about Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán.

By Joel Stice Nov 8, 2021

30 Absurd Facts About El Chapo, The Most Feared Drug Lord In Mexican History

From his prison escapes to his Twitter wars, discover some of the wildest facts about Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán.

By Joel Stice November 8, 2021

Olive Oatman, The Mormon Girl Who Was Raised By The Mohave

Raised by Mohave Native Americans after her family was slaughtered, Olive Oatman was destined for a complicated double life.

By Katie Serena Nov 8, 2021

Olive Oatman, The Mormon Girl Who Was Raised By The Mohave

Raised by Mohave Native Americans after her family was slaughtered, Olive Oatman was destined for a complicated double life.

By Katie Serena November 8, 2021

The Real Story Of The Crazy Feud Between The Hatfields And The McCoys

Many Americans know the Hatfields and McCoys infamously didn't like each other, but just how bad was the animosity between these two families on the West Virginia-Kentucky border?

By Wyatt Redd Nov 8, 2021

The Real Story Of The Crazy Feud Between The Hatfields And The McCoys

Many Americans know the Hatfields and McCoys infamously didn't like each other, but just how bad was the animosity between these two families on the West Virginia-Kentucky border?

By Wyatt Redd November 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman Nov 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman November 8, 2021

Natalie Wood’s Death And The Chilling Mystery Behind It

Natalie Wood died off the coast of California's Catalina Island on November 29, 1981 — but some say her drowning may not have been an accident.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 7, 2021

Natalie Wood’s Death And The Chilling Mystery Behind It

Natalie Wood died off the coast of California's Catalina Island on November 29, 1981 — but some say her drowning may not have been an accident.

By Marco Margaritoff November 7, 2021

Squanto: The True Story Of The Native American Behind The First Thanksgiving

As the last survivor of the Patuxet tribe, Squanto used his fluency in English and his unique relationship with the Pilgrim settlers at Plymouth to leave an indelible mark on American history.

By Gina Dimuro Nov 7, 2021

Squanto: The True Story Of The Native American Behind The First Thanksgiving

As the last survivor of the Patuxet tribe, Squanto used his fluency in English and his unique relationship with the Pilgrim settlers at Plymouth to leave an indelible mark on American history.

By Gina Dimuro November 7, 2021