Interesting History Articles And Stories That Bring The Past To Life

The Bizarre And Terribly Executed Kidnapping Of Frank Sinatra Jr.

Frank Sinatra Jr. was held hostage for just over two days before the kidnappers became anxious, and set him free before retrieving their ransom.

By Katie Serena Jul 28, 2021

The Bizarre And Terribly Executed Kidnapping Of Frank Sinatra Jr.

Frank Sinatra Jr. was held hostage for just over two days before the kidnappers became anxious, and set him free before retrieving their ransom.

By Katie Serena July 28, 2021

The Story Of Jerrie Cobb, The Record-Breaking Pilot Who Should Have Been America’s First Female Astronaut

In 1960, Jerrie Cobb and 12 other women passed the 75 grueling tests for NASA's astronaut prospects — but was still denied a place in the program.

By Genevieve Carlton Jul 27, 2021

The Story Of Jerrie Cobb, The Record-Breaking Pilot Who Should Have Been America’s First Female Astronaut

In 1960, Jerrie Cobb and 12 other women passed the 75 grueling tests for NASA's astronaut prospects — but was still denied a place in the program.

By Genevieve Carlton July 27, 2021

The Crimes Of Eric Rudolph, The Atlanta Bomber Who Attacked The 1996 Summer Olympics

On July 27, 1996, Eric Rudolph planted a bomb at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, Georgia. He then targeted two abortion clinics and a lesbian bar before vanishing into the North Carolina wilderness.

By Marco Margaritoff Jul 27, 2021

The Crimes Of Eric Rudolph, The Atlanta Bomber Who Attacked The 1996 Summer Olympics

By Marco Margaritoff July 27, 2021

Inside Caerlaverock Castle, The Mighty Fortress That Holds 800 Years Of Scottish History

Built in the 13th century by Clan Maxwell, Caerlaverock Castle is a striking triangular fortress on Scotland’s southern coast — which can still be visited today.

By Marco Margaritoff Jul 26, 2021

Inside Caerlaverock Castle, The Mighty Fortress That Holds 800 Years Of Scottish History

Built in the 13th century by Clan Maxwell, Caerlaverock Castle is a striking triangular fortress on Scotland’s southern coast — which can still be visited today.

By Marco Margaritoff July 26, 2021

Jeanne Baret Was The First Woman To Circumnavigate The Globe — And She Disguised Herself As A Man To Do It

In 1766, Jeanne Baret secretly joined the first French naval voyage around the world by pretending to be a cabin boy.

By Marco Margaritoff Jul 25, 2021

Jeanne Baret Was The First Woman To Circumnavigate The Globe — And She Disguised Herself As A Man To Do It

In 1766, Jeanne Baret secretly joined the first French naval voyage around the world by pretending to be a cabin boy.

By Marco Margaritoff July 25, 2021

This Week In History News, Jul. 18 – 24

Sunken city near Venice discovered, ancient Roman border stone found, intact Visigoth sarcophagus unearthed.

By All That's Interesting Jul 23, 2021

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This Week In History News, Jul. 18 – 24

Sunken city near Venice discovered, ancient Roman border stone found, intact Visigoth sarcophagus unearthed.

By All That's Interesting July 23, 2021

Who Was Ted Bundy? Inside The Life Of America’s Most Notorious Serial Killer

From his family to his victims to his death, these surprising facts about Ted Bundy reveal the full story of who he was and what he did.

By Kaleena Fraga Jul 22, 2021

Who Was Ted Bundy? Inside The Life Of America’s Most Notorious Serial Killer

From his family to his victims to his death, these surprising facts about Ted Bundy reveal the full story of who he was and what he did.

By Kaleena Fraga July 22, 2021

Inside The Gruesome Murder Of Mark Kilroy At The Hands Of A Satanic Cult

Mark Kilroy was a University of Texas student on spring break in March 1989 when he was tortured and murdered by Adolfo Constanzo’s cult in Matamoros, Mexico.

By Marco Margaritoff Jul 22, 2021

Inside The Gruesome Murder Of Mark Kilroy At The Hands Of A Satanic Cult

Mark Kilroy was a University of Texas student on spring break in March 1989 when he was tortured and murdered by Adolfo Constanzo’s cult in Matamoros, Mexico.

By Marco Margaritoff July 22, 2021

How Sarah Rector Became The ‘Richest Black Girl In America’ In The Early 20th Century

By the time she turned 18, Sarah Rector's net worth was estimated at over $1 million — about $28 million today. And it all came from undesirable land that the federal government gave her.

By Gina Dimuro Jul 22, 2021

How Sarah Rector Became The ‘Richest Black Girl In America’ In The Early 20th Century

By the time she turned 18, Sarah Rector's net worth was estimated at over $1 million — about $28 million today. And it all came from undesirable land that the federal government gave her.

By Gina Dimuro July 22, 2021

33 Abraham Lincoln Facts That Show The Man Behind The Myth

From his champion wrestling career to the eerie circumstances of his assassination, these facts about Abraham Lincoln may change the way you see the 16th president.

By John Kuroski Jul 22, 2021

33 Abraham Lincoln Facts That Show The Man Behind The Myth

From his champion wrestling career to the eerie circumstances of his assassination, these facts about Abraham Lincoln may change the way you see the 16th president.

By John Kuroski July 22, 2021