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History

Travel to the past with the best history stories, from Ancient Rome to World War II. The Archive has the history stories you crave, from military sagas to exploring the New World.

John Dillinger: The Robin Hood of the Great Depression

The 1930s gangster became the media's favorite antihero.

8 Powerful Queens in History Who Were Worthy of the Crown

Everyone should know the stories of these legendary women.

The Disastrous 1904 Olympic Marathon

The runners were plagued by high heat, dusty roads, wild dogs, and rat poison.

10 Fun Facts About Antarctica, Earth's Most Remote Continent

Though this continent may be desolate, it's far from boring.

Soviet Sniper Roza Shanina Was a Deadly WWII Asset

The Order of Glory recipient was credited with 59 confirmed kills.

8 Amazing Historical Artifacts on Display Around the World

You can see these remarkable objects from the past with your own eyes.

The Colonization of Australia

How did the continent become home to British convicts?

How the Red Army Used Camels to Fight the Nazis

The animals were transported all the way to the Soviet Union, where they performed critical duties.

Founding Father Button Gwinnett and His Deadly Rivalry

This little-known figure had a short but fascinating life.

What Do We Actually Know About Area 51?

The Air Force base has been the subject of numerous conspiracies over the years.

The New York Conspiracy of 1741

Was the anarchist plot real, or just a frenzy of paranoia?

King Philip’s War Set the Stage for the American Revolution

This early conflict between colonists and Native Americans had unexpected consequences.

7 Famous Historical Paintings and the Meaning Behind Them

They capture historical moments both real and reimagined.

Teddy Roosevelt's Legendary Rough Riders

This cavalry regiment was celebrated for its role in the Spanish-American War.

The Startling History of Project Iceworm

Did you know the US tried to hide nuclear weapons under the Greenland ice sheet?