The First US Navy Destroyer Sunk by Enemy Fire Has Been Found
A century-old mystery has been put to rest.
The Storming of the Bastille: A Flashpoint of the French Revolution
Parisians united to attack this symbol of royal tyranny.
The Romanov Family Beyond the Royal Tragedy: 10 Facts You May Not Know
The Romanovs' historical relevance goes far beyond a midnight execution.
The Spanish Reconquista: Real Military Campaign or National Myth?
As it turns out, it's a bit of both.
Wyatt’s Rebellion Nearly Upended the English Monarchy
Politician Sir Thomas Wyatt the Younger sought to overthrow Mary I.
Sabotage and Subversion: How Secret Agents Helped Win WWII
Few people were aware of the SOE's existence.
The Failed Irish Rebellion of 1798
This major uprising against British rule was ultimately suppressed.
The Last Charge of the Bicycle Brigade
The humble bicycle had a suprisingly important role in both world wars.
The Tragic Wartime Sinking of Passenger Ship RMS Lusitania
The torpedo attack killed hundreds of civilians and turned international opinion against Imperial Germany.
6 Fascinating Constitutional Crises Throughout History
These political challenges have questioned the legitimacy of various governments.
The Dead Man Who Duped Hitler: The Beyond Bizarre Tale of WWII’s Strangest Operation
Now a major motion picture starring Colin Firth, Operation Mincemeat involved a corpse, a fake fiancée, and the successful invasion of Sicily.
Olga of Kiev: A Ruthless Ruler and Ukrainian Saint
She remains a symbol of strength and fortitude for the Ukrainian people.
The Invention of the Guillotine and Its Role in the French Reign of Terror
The execution device came to be known as a symbol of violent class warfare.
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The Remarkable Life of Abba Kovner, the Holocaust Survivor Who Sought Revenge
He was one of the first to recognize the Nazis were committing genocide.
Beware the Ides of March...
The Roman holiday was marked by religious observances before Julius Caesar's notorious murder.
A Research Team Has Found the Endurance Shipwreck
106 years after it sank in the Antarctic, the historic ship has been located.
