11 Facts You Didn’t Know About the Donner Party
The specter of cannibalism overshadows many other fascinating facts about the emigrants.
Who Was Daniel Boone? Learn All About the Early American Folk Hero
The pioneer and frontiersman helped settle Kentucky.
What We Know About Vikings in North America
Were they actually the first Europeans to set foot on the continent?
A Brief History of Mount Everest Expeditions
Earth's highest mountain inspires awe and fear among those who dare to climb it.
11 Must-Read Irish History Books and Travel Guides
Discover the grand wonders and rich history of the Emerald Isle.
7 Gripping Books About Female Explorers and Adventurers
These intrepid ladies ventured into the unknown.
Sir Walter Raleigh and the Search for El Dorado
His fascinating life included two stints in the Tower of London.
The Centuries-Long History of the Panama Canal
Dreamt of for hundreds of years, the artificial waterway is a feat of engineering.
The Macabre Way Early Sailors Refreshed Their Wardrobes
Learn why some sailors were hesitant to use the “slop chest.”
The Great Game: Russia and Britain's Imperialistic Rivalry
They fought for influence in Central Asia throughout the 19th century.
10 Fun Facts About Antarctica, Earth's Most Remote Continent
Though this continent may be desolate, it's far from boring.
What Really Happened During the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
The Corps of Discovery set out to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory.
Feast Your Eyes on 8 Travel Coffee Table Books
You can live vicariously through these gorgeously illustrated travel books.
