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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.

A Brief History of Opium

An ancient drug with modern implications.

Remembering Queen Elizabeth II, 1926—2022

Elizabeth II died peacefully after a historic 70 years on the throne.

Amazon Warrior Women: Separating Fact From Fiction

Does the fascinating Greek legend have any basis in reality?

13 Entertaining and Informative YouTube History Channels

The video-sharing site has content for every kind of history buff.

8 Fascinating Facts to Know About the Wars of the Roses

We're taking a look at this series of influential English civil wars.

How American GIs Brought Spam to the World

The canned meat gained popularity during WWII and evolved into a cultural icon.

10 Funniest Royal Names

From Constantine the Dung-Named to Charles the Bald.

The Mathematician Who Saved Hundreds of Flight Crews

This Jewish refugee took a different approach to armoring planes.

The Romanov Family Beyond the Royal Tragedy: 10 Facts You May Not Know

The Romanovs' historical relevance goes far beyond a midnight execution.

The Pueblo Revolt Quashed Spanish Influence in New Mexico

The 1680 rebellion drove the Spaniards out of the province for 12 years.

James A. Garfield and William McKinley: The Other Assassinated Presidents

Their deaths are less talked about than Lincoln and Kennedy, but no less important.

What Happened During the Great Chicago Fire?

An enduring myth posits that a cow was to blame.