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.
25 World War 1 Movies That Take Viewers into the Trenches
Think you know WW1? Think again.
The Cod Wars Troubled Ships in the North Atlantic
Britain and Iceland engaged in conflict over fishing rights for decades.
The Best Hulu Documentaries Streaming Right Now
Learn more about historical events of the past and present from the comfort of your couch.
Everything You Need to Know About Gladiator II
The upcoming film promises a star-studded cast and thrilling action.
Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr. Passes Away at 107
The clandestine communication of the Navajo saved lives on the battlefield and was vital to success in the Pacific.
11 Facts You Didn’t Know About the Donner Party
The specter of cannibalism overshadows many other fascinating facts about the emigrants.
The True Story of the Brothers Grimm
Living during a tumultuous era of German history, they looked to the stories of the past.
Napoleon's Plans Were Thwarted at the Battle of Trafalgar
He intended to invade the United Kingdom, but underestimated their sea power.
Civil War Vets Wanted to Invade Canada to Liberate Ireland
These incursions were called the Fenian raids.
Numbers Stations: The Secret Signals That Haunt Radio Airwaves
This mysterious form of communication may be related to foreign intelligence.
In WWI, Fighter Planes and Machine Guns Were the Perfect Team
Innovative design ensured the two worked together seamlessly.
Why the Laotian Civil War is Also Known as the “Secret War”
Untangle this complex conflict that involved global superpowers.
Who Was Daniel Boone? Learn All About the Early American Folk Hero
The pioneer and frontiersman helped settle Kentucky.
A Hidden Chamber Was Just Discovered Under the National Mall
Construction workers stumbled upon an unexpected piece of history.
Operation Gunnerside: The Most Successful Sabotage of WWII
Heavy water was the unusual solution for a common tactic.
Operation Paperclip: The Secret Post WWII US Intelligence Program
As Nazi Germany lost power, the United States government sought its most valuable scientists—regardless of their actions.
