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.
This Once-Enslaved Woman Disguised Herself as a Man to Enlist in the U.S. Army
Cathay Williams was inspired to join the U.S. Army during her time pressed into service in the Civil War.
The British Struck an Early Resounding Blow in the American Revolution
During the early Battle of Long Island, a British victory left American forces dejected.
Life Aboard WWII Submarines Was Brutal
The size of the submarines, a lack of ventilation, and the novelty of submarine warfare led to some uncomfortable situations.
15 Father's Day Gifts for Every History-Lovin' Dad
Whether you're treating your father or yourself, these history gifts will please for years to come.
8 Times Truth Was Stranger than Fiction in the Wild West
The conquering of the West made ripe grounds for unbelievable moments.
The Dirty Truth of Medieval Knighthood
Being a knight wasn't really about wooing fair maidens or grand quests—it was hard, dirty work.
The Real Terry and the Pirates: How the Sino-Japanese Struggle Became America’s War
A seminal cartoon presaged the American entrance into the Pacific Theater.
The Battle of Belleau Wood was One of WWI's Most Important, Forgotten Battles
The US Marines’ greatest stand came in the final months of World War I.
Outspoken AIDS Activist Larry Kramer Has Passed Away at 84
Kramer was famous—and infamous—for his larger-than-life tactics.
Take a Fresh Look at WWI with 8 Rarely Seen Photos of The Great War
These infrequently shared photos re-contextualize the global conflict.
The Secret Feud That Made the Chrysler Building the World's Tallest
On May 26, 1930, the Chrysler Building officially opened, becoming the world's tallest building.
Germanicus: The Great Military Mind of Ancient Rome
Despite widespread adulation of Germanicus, many mysteries about the capable leader remain.
This Marine Came Back To His Family 5 Years After He Died
Ronald Ridgeway survived long years in a Vietnamese prisoner of war camp.
TRAILER: Spike Lee Takes on Vietnam in Da 5 Bloods
The acclaimed director's next film will drop on Netflix on June 12.
Inspiring Winston Churchill Quotes That Will Help You Maintain a Stiff Upper Lip
Turn to these wise words to guide you through hard times.
How A Prostitute Turned Pirate Queen Defeated 3 Navies At Once
Chinese, British, and Portuguese forces combined couldn't take down Ching Shih.
One War Ends, Another Soldiers On: V-E Day 75 Years Later
Continents continued to shift and war went on even as people around the world celebrated.
The Inspirational Tale of a Vietnam Vet Who Saved Thousands of Lives on 9/11
Meet Rick Rescorla, a US and UK vet whose quick action saved countless souls in 2001.
5 Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know About the Pony Express
This short-lived service has maintained a large presence in our historical imagination.
Colditz Castle: The World War II POW Camp the Nazis Considered Inescapable
Meet the many men who proved the Nazis wrong and learn about the fascinating ways in which they pulled off the impossible.
