Interesting History Articles And Stories That Bring The Past To Life

Bicycle Day, Albert Hofmann And The Accidental Origins Of LSD

Bicycle Day is known as the day Albert Hofmann took a ride on a bike and made a groundbreaking discovery at the same time.

By Kara Goldfarb Feb 15, 2018

Bicycle Day, Albert Hofmann And The Accidental Origins Of LSD

Bicycle Day is known as the day Albert Hofmann took a ride on a bike and made a groundbreaking discovery at the same time.

By Kara Goldfarb February 15, 2018

What Is A Rube Goldberg Machine? (Hint: You’ve Seen One Before) [VIDEO]

The illustrator said his cartoons of the Rube Goldberg Machine were a “symbol of man’s capacity for exerting maximum effort to accomplish minimal results.”

By William DeLong Feb 15, 2018

What Is A Rube Goldberg Machine? (Hint: You’ve Seen One Before) [VIDEO]

The illustrator said his cartoons of the Rube Goldberg Machine were a “symbol of man’s capacity for exerting maximum effort to accomplish minimal results.”

By William DeLong February 15, 2018

What If Hitler’s Paintings Had Gotten Him Into Art School?

Teachers said he didn’t draw enough heads and experts note that he copied traditional paintings rather than create his own work.

By William DeLong Feb 15, 2018

What If Hitler’s Paintings Had Gotten Him Into Art School?

Teachers said he didn’t draw enough heads and experts note that he copied traditional paintings rather than create his own work.

By William DeLong February 15, 2018

25 Dramatic Photos Of Combat Medics In Action Throughout History

These powerful photos of combat medics from the Civil War to Vietnam show some of history's greatest unsung heroes in action.

By Joel Stice Feb 14, 2018

25 Dramatic Photos Of Combat Medics In Action Throughout History

These powerful photos of combat medics from the Civil War to Vietnam show some of history's greatest unsung heroes in action.

By Joel Stice February 14, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd Feb 14, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd February 14, 2018

Black Death Symptoms: See If You Have The Bubonic Plague Right Now

Are you experiencing black death symptoms? The Bubonic Plague isn't nearly as prevalent as it used to be, but it's not completely eradicated.

By Kara Goldfarb Feb 14, 2018

Black Death Symptoms: See If You Have The Bubonic Plague Right Now

Are you experiencing black death symptoms? The Bubonic Plague isn't nearly as prevalent as it used to be, but it's not completely eradicated.

By Kara Goldfarb February 14, 2018

Meet Mirin Dajo, “The Human Pincushion”

Watch footage of Mirin Dajo getting run through with swords and discover how he performed this act that baffled both doctors and audiences.

By Gina Dimuro Feb 13, 2018

Meet Mirin Dajo, “The Human Pincushion”

Watch footage of Mirin Dajo getting run through with swords and discover how he performed this act that baffled both doctors and audiences.

By Gina Dimuro February 13, 2018

44 Photos Of African Kingdoms Just Before European Colonialists Stormed In — And Just After

Rarely-seen photos of African kingdoms taken just before and after European colonialists launched a wave of terror that would change the continent forever.

By Mark Oliver Feb 13, 2018

44 Photos Of African Kingdoms Just Before European Colonialists Stormed In — And Just After

Rarely-seen photos of African kingdoms taken just before and after European colonialists launched a wave of terror that would change the continent forever.

By Mark Oliver February 13, 2018