Interesting History Articles And Stories That Bring The Past To Life

How Gretl Braun Became Adolf Hitler’s Favorite Sister-In-Law

The younger sister of Eva Braun, Gretl Braun was one of Adolf Hitler's closest friends from his rise to power until the bloody end of the Third Reich.

By Morgan Dunn Aug 11, 2021

How Gretl Braun Became Adolf Hitler’s Favorite Sister-In-Law

The younger sister of Eva Braun, Gretl Braun was one of Adolf Hitler's closest friends from his rise to power until the bloody end of the Third Reich.

By Morgan Dunn August 11, 2021

Thomas Harvey Holding Albert Einsteins Brain

Inside The Bizarre Story Of Albert Einstein’s Brain — After It Was Stolen From His Body

Hours after he died, Albert Einstein’s brain was snatched by the opportunistic pathologist who did his autopsy — then left it in two jars for the next 30 years.

By Marco Margaritoff Aug 11, 2021

Inside The Bizarre Story Of Albert Einstein’s Brain — After It Was Stolen From His Body

Hours after he died, Albert Einstein’s brain was snatched by the opportunistic pathologist who did his autopsy — then left it in two jars for the next 30 years.

By Marco Margaritoff August 11, 2021

The Largest Pterosaur Ever Found In Australia Was ‘The Closest Thing We Have To A Real Life Dragon’

The giant flying reptile, called Thapunngaka shawi, was discovered in Queensland, Australia, and had a 30-foot wingspan and a head alone that measured three-feet long with 40 razor sharp teeth.

By Erik Hawkins Aug 11, 2021

The Largest Pterosaur Ever Found In Australia Was ‘The Closest Thing We Have To A Real Life Dragon’

The giant flying reptile, called Thapunngaka shawi, was discovered in Queensland, Australia, and had a 30-foot wingspan and a head alone that measured three-feet long with 40 razor sharp teeth.

By Erik Hawkins August 11, 2021

The Soviet Union Once Tested A Nuke That Was Too Big For War

The strength of Tsar Bomba was bigger than Hiroshima and Nagasaki combined — and wasn't even as strong as it could have been.

By Katie Serena Aug 11, 2021

The Soviet Union Once Tested A Nuke That Was Too Big For War

The strength of Tsar Bomba was bigger than Hiroshima and Nagasaki combined — and wasn't even as strong as it could have been.

By Katie Serena August 11, 2021

The Inside Story Of Rick James’ Death And His Tumultuous Final Years

On August 6, 2004, punk-funk legend Rick James was found dead in his Los Angeles home. He had nine different drugs in his system — including cocaine and meth.

By Marco Margaritoff Aug 10, 2021

The Inside Story Of Rick James’ Death And His Tumultuous Final Years

On August 6, 2004, punk-funk legend Rick James was found dead in his Los Angeles home. He had nine different drugs in his system — including cocaine and meth.

By Marco Margaritoff August 10, 2021

The Woodstock 99 Disaster, In 33 Photos Of Chaos And Destruction

Woodstock 99 was meant to be a three-day celebration of music. Instead, it deteriorated into a chaotic mess of human waste, sexual assault, fires, and rioting.

By Marco Margaritoff Aug 10, 2021

The Woodstock 99 Disaster, In 33 Photos Of Chaos And Destruction

Woodstock 99 was meant to be a three-day celebration of music. Instead, it deteriorated into a chaotic mess of human waste, sexual assault, fires, and rioting.

By Marco Margaritoff August 10, 2021

33 Photos Of Saddam Hussein’s Palaces That Show The Excess Of His Fallen Regime

Saddam Hussein spent billions on lavish palaces throughout Iraq outfitted with expensive ornamentation, swimming pools, ballrooms, and murals of the dictator.

By Erin Kelly Aug 9, 2021

33 Photos Of Saddam Hussein’s Palaces That Show The Excess Of His Fallen Regime

Saddam Hussein spent billions on lavish palaces throughout Iraq outfitted with expensive ornamentation, swimming pools, ballrooms, and murals of the dictator.

By Erin Kelly August 9, 2021

The Terrifying Story Of Wayne Nance, The Suspected Serial Killer Who Terrorized Montana

Believed to have killed at least six people between 1974 and 1986, Wayne Nance only stopped his reign of terror when he was fatally shot by a would-be victim.

By Marco Margaritoff Aug 9, 2021

The Terrifying Story Of Wayne Nance, The Suspected Serial Killer Who Terrorized Montana

Believed to have killed at least six people between 1974 and 1986, Wayne Nance only stopped his reign of terror when he was fatally shot by a would-be victim.

By Marco Margaritoff August 9, 2021

5 Terrifying True Stories Of People Being Buried Alive

As some of these stories point out, the threat of being buried alive is still a very terrifying and valid concern.

By Erin Kelly Aug 8, 2021

5 Terrifying True Stories Of People Being Buried Alive

As some of these stories point out, the threat of being buried alive is still a very terrifying and valid concern.

By Erin Kelly August 8, 2021

Inside The Disturbing Practice Of Chinese Foot Binding

Chinese foot binding was seen as a sign of sophistication and being upper-class. Women without bound feet had little chance of marrying into nobility.

By Wyatt Redd Aug 8, 2021

Inside The Disturbing Practice Of Chinese Foot Binding

Chinese foot binding was seen as a sign of sophistication and being upper-class. Women without bound feet had little chance of marrying into nobility.

By Wyatt Redd August 8, 2021