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.
12 Little-Known Women's History Month Facts
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating those who made great strides in the name of equality.
The Vietnam War Docu-Series Premieres on PBS This Weekend
Master documentarian Ken Burns takes on a story that is still struggling to be told.
Abraham Lincoln Penned This True Crime Tale in 1846
Three brothers are accused of murder after an Illinois man vanishes in this sensationalized true crime story penned by Abraham Lincoln.
How the Stratton Brothers Became the First British Killers Busted by a Fingerprint
A thumbprint on a cashbox led police to the murderers—and changed the course of criminal history.
Lost City of Z: The Mysterious Disappearance of Percy Fawcett
The explorer's disappearance continues to fascinate.
Submit Your Writing to The Archive!
Great news, history lovers: We're looking for your original stories of little-known facts.
How the Pinkerton Detectives Took Down Chicago Grave Robbers in 1857
The infamous agency got its start protecting corpses from professional body snatchers.
6 Famous Explorers Who Vanished from the Face of the Earth
They set off into uncharted territory and were never seen again.
