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.
The Shot Heard Round the World: The Battles of Lexington and Concord, 250 Years Later
Reflecting on the campaign that kicked off the Revolutionary War.
40 Facts About Black History That You Might Not Know
Celebrate the Black men and women who made history.
How Miscommunication and Mass Hysteria Caused the Utah War
This little-known confrontation turned deadly.
11 Infamous Hoaxes That Fooled the World
What’s better than a true story? A story that’s too good to be true.
The Cambridge Five Spy Ring Passed WWII Secrets to the Soviet Union
Recruited straight out of university, these British intelligence officers were secretly moles.
8 of History’s Most Destructive Volcanic Eruptions
The devastation of ash across centuries and cultures.
15 Fascinating History Podcasts for Every Kind of History Obsessive
Grab your earbuds and disappear into the past.
An Insider’s Look at the Confederate Surrender at Appomattox Court House
It was one of the last battles of the Civil War.
The Real History Behind 5 Famous Military Photographs
These iconic images summed up entire wars in the public imagination.
Virginia Hall, the Allies' Most Dangerous Spy
Nicknamed the "Limping Lady", she was not to be underestimated.
How a Stray Terrier in London Led to the Training of Search and Rescue Dogs
Rip the terrier had a knack for digging through rubble.
Howard Carter and the Discovery of Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s Tomb
His was the best-preserved tomb found in the Valley of the Kings.
Florence Nightingale: Nurse, Pioneering Statistician, and Victorian Icon
Who was the lady with the lamp?
The Ming Treasure Voyages Projected Chinese Wealth and Influence in the 15th Century
These sea voyages had lofty goals.
These Gifts Will Make History at Your Next Holiday Gathering
Need help shopping for a history buff? These holiday gift ideas are sure to delight.
8 Ancient Cities That Are Still Standing
Entire civilizations have crumbled around them, yet these cities remain remarkably unchanged.
Estevanico, the First African Man to Explore the Americas
His contribution to various expeditions has been largely overlooked.
