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The First March On Washington Was An 1894 Protest By The Unemployed Called Coxey’s Army

Jacob Coxey's Army of 500 unemployed citizens marched on Washington D.C. to protest a crippling 1894 depression. Though they failed, they set a national precedent that lasts to this day.

By Brandon Weber • Jul 19, 2019

The First March On Washington Was An 1894 Protest By The Unemployed Called Coxey’s Army

Jacob Coxey's Army of 500 unemployed citizens marched on Washington D.C. to protest a crippling 1894 depression. Though they failed, they set a national precedent that lasts to this day.

By Brandon Weber • July 19, 2019

This Week In History News, July 14 – 20

Napoleonic general's remains unearthed, oldest human fossils outside Africa discovered, 9,000-year-old Jerusalem city found.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 19, 2019

This Week In History News, July 14 – 20

Napoleonic general's remains unearthed, oldest human fossils outside Africa discovered, 9,000-year-old Jerusalem city found.

By All That's Interesting • July 19, 2019

2,000-Year-Old Roman Gladiator Arena Uncovered In Turkey

"[The] triumphal arc, which was built in the 3rd century in memory of the Roman Empire's victory against the Persians, looks magnificent."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 19, 2019

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2,000-Year-Old Roman Gladiator Arena Uncovered In Turkey

"[The] triumphal arc, which was built in the 3rd century in memory of the Roman Empire's victory against the Persians, looks magnificent."

By Marco Margaritoff • July 19, 2019

The Brotherhood Of Eternal Love: The 1960s Hippie Cult That Doubled As A Global Drug Smuggling Operation

The Brotherhood of Eternal Love started as a pseudo-religious commune of psychedelic-loving hippies. It soon turned into a collective of California’s most wanted drug traffickers.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 18, 2019

The Brotherhood Of Eternal Love: The 1960s Hippie Cult That Doubled As A Global Drug Smuggling Operation

The Brotherhood of Eternal Love started as a pseudo-religious commune of psychedelic-loving hippies. It soon turned into a collective of California’s most wanted drug traffickers.

By All That's Interesting • July 18, 2019

Excavations At The Battle Of Waterloo Field Hospital Reveal Amputated Bones And More

One of the recovered remains shows clear signs of a surgeon's bone saw cutting through it, likely performed while the Battle of Waterloo raged on.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 18, 2019

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Excavations At The Battle Of Waterloo Field Hospital Reveal Amputated Bones And More

One of the recovered remains shows clear signs of a surgeon's bone saw cutting through it, likely performed while the Battle of Waterloo raged on.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 18, 2019

What Did Charles Manson Do? The Little-Known Story Of The Thin Case Against Him

Did Charles Manson kill anyone? No. Who said he ordered any killings? Only the killers themselves. So what did Charles Manson actually do?

By Andrew Lenoir • Jul 17, 2019

What Did Charles Manson Do? The Little-Known Story Of The Thin Case Against Him

Did Charles Manson kill anyone? No. Who said he ordered any killings? Only the killers themselves. So what did Charles Manson actually do?

By Andrew Lenoir • July 17, 2019

9,000-Year-Old City Just Unearthed Near Jerusalem Is A ‘Game Changer’ For Archaeologists

The wealth of material recovered from the site is so stunning that archaeologists believe this discovery will allow research to advance by "leaps and bounds."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 17, 2019

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9,000-Year-Old City Just Unearthed Near Jerusalem Is A ‘Game Changer’ For Archaeologists

The wealth of material recovered from the site is so stunning that archaeologists believe this discovery will allow research to advance by "leaps and bounds."

By Marco Margaritoff • July 17, 2019

33 Captivating Photos From The Battle Of Guadalcanal, America’s First Offensive Of WWII

The prolonged campaign of Guadalcanal saw repeated, ferocious attempts by the Japanese to retake the island and its strategic airfield from the United States.

By Natasha Ishak • Jul 16, 2019

33 Captivating Photos From The Battle Of Guadalcanal, America’s First Offensive Of WWII

The prolonged campaign of Guadalcanal saw repeated, ferocious attempts by the Japanese to retake the island and its strategic airfield from the United States.

By Natasha Ishak • July 16, 2019

4,600-Year-Old Complex On A Tiny Greek Island Is Totally Changing Our Understanding Of Ancient Greece

The shining white marble-based structures were designed to glisten in the sun and potentially symbolize ancient creation myths for those within viewing distance. The summit was a sacred site of religious offerings.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 16, 2019

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4,600-Year-Old Complex On A Tiny Greek Island Is Totally Changing Our Understanding Of Ancient Greece

The shining white marble-based structures were designed to glisten in the sun and potentially symbolize ancient creation myths for those within viewing distance. The summit was a sacred site of religious offerings.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 16, 2019

Albert Einstein’s Granddaughter, Evelyn Einstein, Was Once So Poor She Had To Dumpster Dive

As a child, Evelyn Einstein was told she was actually Albert Einstein's biological daughter. But she died before she could prove it.

By Natasha Ishak • Jul 15, 2019

Albert Einstein’s Granddaughter, Evelyn Einstein, Was Once So Poor She Had To Dumpster Dive

As a child, Evelyn Einstein was told she was actually Albert Einstein's biological daughter. But she died before she could prove it.

By Natasha Ishak • July 15, 2019

Bones Of One Of Napoleon’s Favorite Generals Found Under Russian Dance Floor After 200 Years

"It's a historic moment not only for me, but for our two countries. Napoleon was one of the last people to see him alive."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 15, 2019

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Bones Of One Of Napoleon’s Favorite Generals Found Under Russian Dance Floor After 200 Years

"It's a historic moment not only for me, but for our two countries. Napoleon was one of the last people to see him alive."

By Marco Margaritoff • July 15, 2019