11 Presidential Autobiographies to Take a Break With This Election Season
Reflecting on their own lives, these autobiographies offer a unique look into the leaders of the United States.
11 Absorbing Novels You'd Never Guess Were Historically Accurate
These historical fiction novels don't sacrifice accuracy for style or verve.
Beyond Pearl Harbor: 5 Times the U.S. Was Attacked at Home During WWII
World War II extended beyond Europe, northern Africa, and the Pacific Theater...
Winston Churchill’s Paranormal Encounter Allowed Him to Face His Distant Father
Referring to the empty seat at the dinner table, Churchill's daughter asked, “If you could seat anyone there, whom would it be?” He replied, without hesitation, “My father.”
10 Must-Read Books About the Crusades
The Crusades, although the most defining conflicts of the medieval era, are often misunderstood. These books illuminate their true nature.
11 Riveting Books About Natural Disasters That Will Engross Readers
These gripping books detail the human cost of natural disasters across centuries.
Jewish Resistance Fighters Pulled Off the Largest Prison Escape of WWII
In October 1943, 300 Jewish prisoners escaped the heavily guarded walls of the Sobibor extermination camp.
12 Thrilling Military Documentaries on Netflix and More
These documentaries provide insight into the political and daily realities of war.
Walter Lord is the Pop Historian All History Lovers Should Read
Lord’s unique combination of historical insight and readability make him the perfect writer for historians of all backgrounds.
Historical and Cultural Marvels Abounded in the Americas’ Pre-Columbian Cites
Long before Columbus sailed the ocean blue, indigenous American cultures created jaw-dropping cityscapes.
Explore New Angles of WWII with 13 Novels That Focus on Untold Stories
These less widely read World War II stories offer readers a meaningful and moving look into the global conflict.
Beloved Journalist and Editor Harold Evans has Passed Away at 92
Evans was known for sharing groundbreaking stories.
Army Engineers Saw a Need in WWII. One Iconic Vehicle was Created to Fill It
Jeeps come by their rugged reputation honestly—after all, they were created to assist troops in WWII.
A Secret City in Tennessee Powered the Manhattan Project
Oak Ridge, established in 1942, was a key production site of uranium during World War II that fed the labs in Los Alamos.
STREAMING NOW: Netflix's Newest Docuseries Reveals the Personal Side of The Challenger
With personal accounts, Challenger: The Final Flight offers new insight into the Challenger disaster.
7 Fascinating Books About the Pilgrims, from Mayflower to Plymouth and Beyond
On September 16, 1620, the Pilgrims set sail from England... and ignited centuries of historical imagination.
Notorious Prison Stories from America's Most Infamous Cellblocks
These seven prisons were home to mobsters, assassins, and the dregs of history alike.
This War of 1812 Vet Saw the Battle of Gettysburg from his Porch... and Joined It
John Burns showed his commitment to the United States—and its union—until his final days.
The Incredible Story of the Harlem Hellfighters, WWI's Staunch Infantry Heroes
The men who were the Harlem Hellfighters were brave, courageous, and true.
On This Day: The American Flag Was Flown in Battle for the First Time
During a 1777 skirmish in Cooch’s Bridge, Delaware, General William Maxwell ordered the flag be raised.
