History

This terrifying wreck, and its cannibalistic aftermath, inspired Moby Dick.

A funny, irreverent series you won't regret binging.

Read up on the surprise military strike that catapulted America into WWII.

The large flightless birds turned out to be a formidable enemy.

These conflicts were fought in hellish conditions.

This WWII battle has been called one of the worst naval defeats in U.S. history.

These striking monuments pay tribute to those who served.

Pop culture depictions have romanticized this historical figure.

007 took notes from the real Agent 17F.

Wealthy people were eager to believe the discipline's bold claims.

The storming of the capital during the War of 1812 led to destruction.

These years-long conflicts were grueling for everyone involved.

The hunt for riches brought 300,000 settlers to the territory.

A veteran of the Hundred Years' War, he earned a chilling legacy later in life.

Discover the rich history behind this spooky holiday.

He was the first Black man to hold the position, amid a long and impactful career as a soldier and statesman.

When and how did this far-flung territory become part of the United States?

Dive into one of history's greatest mysteries. 

Are they really as utopian as their proponents claim?

This four-legged friend prowled the decks of the HMS Amethyst, where he was present for the Yangtze Incident.