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From firsthand accounts to comprehensive studies, these books about the Holocaust examine the tragedy.

Construction workers stumbled upon an unexpected piece of history.

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Harold II and William I clashed in an epic battle.

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From the Lexington School for the Deaf to the evolution of American universities.

Heavy water was the unusual solution for a common tactic.

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As Nazi Germany lost power, the United States government sought its most valuable scientists—regardless of their actions.

A journey through Japan’s past and its enduring traditions.

The French Resistance listened to the BBC intently for signals. When they heard this poem, they knew D-Day was imminent.

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Learn the roots of this ritual that hails from New Zealand.

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The Pentathlon has evolved over time, but its military roots remain constant.

The Olympic Games have roots in a religious festival. Since their revival, they’ve become a platform for political statements and corporate byplay. 

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