Interesting History Articles And Stories That Bring The Past To Life

Crixus: Spartacus’ Right-Hand Man Who May Have Been The Gladiator Army’s Downfall

By some accounts, the slave army was ultimately defeated because of Crixus' "arrogance and presumption."

By Gina Dimuro Jan 7, 2019

Crixus: Spartacus’ Right-Hand Man Who May Have Been The Gladiator Army’s Downfall

By some accounts, the slave army was ultimately defeated because of Crixus' "arrogance and presumption."

By Gina Dimuro January 7, 2019

David Livingstone: The Great Scottish Missionary Who Changed The Course Of Africa’s History

David Livingstone went farther than any European had gone in Africa in European history, but his explorations would have devastating consequences.

By Gina Dimuro Jan 6, 2019

David Livingstone: The Great Scottish Missionary Who Changed The Course Of Africa’s History

David Livingstone went farther than any European had gone in Africa in European history, but his explorations would have devastating consequences.

By Gina Dimuro January 6, 2019

Ancient Bronze-Age Prosthetic Hand Discovered In Switzerland

The 3,500-year-old bronze and gold foil hand has baffled archaeologists in what is one of the country's most unique finds from the Bronze Age.

By Leah Silverman Jan 4, 2019

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Ancient Bronze-Age Prosthetic Hand Discovered In Switzerland

The 3,500-year-old bronze and gold foil hand has baffled archaeologists in what is one of the country's most unique finds from the Bronze Age.

By Leah Silverman January 4, 2019

La Noche Triste: When The Aztecs Almost Thwarted A Spanish Takeover

Hernán Cortés almost lost his hold on the Aztec capital when the natives revolted.

By William DeLong Jan 3, 2019

La Noche Triste: When The Aztecs Almost Thwarted A Spanish Takeover

Hernán Cortés almost lost his hold on the Aztec capital when the natives revolted.

By William DeLong January 3, 2019

Tunnel Rats: The Underground Search-And-Destroy Soldiers Of The Vietnam War

These fearless combat engineers descended into the complex Viet Cong tunnels to gather info and disarm bombs — often at the cost of their own lives.

By Katie Serena Jan 2, 2019

Tunnel Rats: The Underground Search-And-Destroy Soldiers Of The Vietnam War

These fearless combat engineers descended into the complex Viet Cong tunnels to gather info and disarm bombs — often at the cost of their own lives.

By Katie Serena January 2, 2019

Forrest Fenn Hid A Treasure Chest Worth Millions In The Rockies — And People Died Looking For It

Just a 24-line poem in his memoir served as a clue to the treasure's location.

By Bernadette Deron Jan 1, 2019

Forrest Fenn Hid A Treasure Chest Worth Millions In The Rockies — And People Died Looking For It

Just a 24-line poem in his memoir served as a clue to the treasure's location.

By Bernadette Deron January 1, 2019

The Best ATI Galleries Of 2018: Celebs Before Fame, ’60s Pics, And More

Experience the most fascinating photography collections of the year.

By All That's Interesting Dec 31, 2018

The Best ATI Galleries Of 2018: Celebs Before Fame, ’60s Pics, And More

Experience the most fascinating photography collections of the year.

By All That's Interesting December 31, 2018

The Battle Of Karansebes: When The Austrian Army Fought — And Defeated — Itself Thanks To Alcohol

In the midst of the Austro-Turkish War, the Austrians engaged in a deadly battle in the town of Karansebes — against itself — all because of one bottle too many of Schnapps.

By Katie Serena Dec 28, 2018

The Battle Of Karansebes: When The Austrian Army Fought — And Defeated — Itself Thanks To Alcohol

In the midst of the Austro-Turkish War, the Austrians engaged in a deadly battle in the town of Karansebes — against itself — all because of one bottle too many of Schnapps.

By Katie Serena December 28, 2018

The Biggest Archaeology News Stories And Discoveries Of 2018

Discarded socks, foreboding stones, and an extinct human hybrid — archaeologists unearthed some impressive and groundbreaking discoveries this year.

By Bernadette Deron Dec 27, 2018

The Biggest Archaeology News Stories And Discoveries Of 2018

Discarded socks, foreboding stones, and an extinct human hybrid — archaeologists unearthed some impressive and groundbreaking discoveries this year.

By Bernadette Deron December 27, 2018

Hans-Joachim Marseille Was Hitler’s Star Flying Ace – And A Brazen Anti-Nazi

Luftwaffe fighter pilot Hans-Joachim Marseille may have racked up 100 aerial victories during World War II, but that didn't stop him from mocking his Nazi overlords.

By Katie Serena Dec 27, 2018

Hans-Joachim Marseille Was Hitler’s Star Flying Ace – And A Brazen Anti-Nazi

Luftwaffe fighter pilot Hans-Joachim Marseille may have racked up 100 aerial victories during World War II, but that didn't stop him from mocking his Nazi overlords.

By Katie Serena December 27, 2018