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Lee D'Amato

Lee D'Amato is a writer from Queens, New York. He is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Dramatic Writing. If he's not reading or writing, you can probably find him at the movies, or in the kitchen testing out a new recipe.

The Disastrous 1904 Olympic Marathon

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

The Colonization of Australia

How did the continent become home to British convicts?

Founding Father Button Gwinnett and His Deadly Rivalry

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

Teddy Roosevelt's Legendary Rough Riders

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

5 Thought-Provoking Books Similar to Guns, Germs, and Steel

Taking a broad look at the development of civilizations.

What Really Happened During the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

The Corps of Discovery set out to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory.

Virginia Hall, the Allies' Most Dangerous Spy

Nicknamed the "Limping Lady", she was not to be underestimated.

These Oral History Books Share Firsthand Perspectives

Hear directly from people who lived through historical events.

Estevanico, the First African Man to Explore the Americas

His contribution to various expeditions has been largely overlooked.

The Irish Potato Famine and Its Impact on European History

The blight had devastating consequences on the island and beyond.

William McGonagall, the Worst Poet in History

Disgruntled audiences pelted him with rotten eggs.

Isaac Newton's Historic Feud With a Conman

He was determined to take down William Chaloner, an audacious coiner.

Balloonomania: 18th-Century Europe’s Obsession with Hot Air Balloons

Scientists and showmen alike tested the limits of the new invention.

8 Fascinating Facts to Know About the Wars of the Roses

We're taking a look at this series of influential English civil wars.

The Pueblo Revolt Quashed Spanish Influence in New Mexico

The 1680 rebellion drove the Spaniards out of the province for 12 years.