The Strange Connection Between the Nuclear Bomb, Bikinis, and Godzilla
Real devastation, fictional monsters, and a swimsuit all collided in the Pacific Ocean.
The Time George Washington Prevented A Military Coup With His Glasses
Showing a weakness made our founding father strong.
That Time the German Navy Accidentally Fought Itself During WWII
Poor communication resulted in a naval disaster.
The Mapuche People's Centuries-Long Resistance Against the Spanish
This indigenous tribe refused to succumb to imperialist rule.
Examine Russia's Long History with Poison in The KGB’s Poison Factory
Boris Volodarsky’s riveting account sheds lights on the Kremlin’s history of poisoning enemies.
The Contentious Figure of Andrew Johnson, the First Impeached President
The 17th president narrowly avoided conviction in 1868.
These Essential Authors Were Shaped By Their Time in War
Time on or near the front lines shaped these authors' lives and work.
The Mesmerizing History Behind 4 Endangered Languages
As the pool of speakers shrinks, these languages could be lost forever.
The Best Presidential Biographies For History Buffs
Dig into 46 top-notch biographies—one for each American president.
16 Books About MLK That Reveal the Man Behind the Civil Rights Icon
Over 90 years after his birth, we look back on King's legacy with these vital reads.
The Secret Cold War Mission That Helped America Find The Titanic
The top-secret mission kept the discovery hidden away for years.
Queens, New York is Home to a Hidden Civil War Fort
Originally designed to defend the East River, Fort Totten is now open to the public.
Enriching FDR Biographies that Explore the President's Impactful Life and Legacy
Roosevelt led the United States through some of its most trying decades.
The Unbelievable Tales of History’s Most Unlikely Victories
These three battles shaped the fate of the world—especially because their results were so shocking.
The Fascinating Folklore Origins of Santa Claus
We’ve all heard of the jolly gift-giver—but how did he come to be synonymous with Christmas?
2020’s Best Biographies Spanned Centuries and Explored Vital Figures
This year's finest biographies brought fresh insight to previously trodden lives and uncovered those that history has forgotten.
Norwegian Explorer Roald Amundsen Led the First Successful Expedition to the South Pole
Temperatures dropped below −70 °F on the grueling journey.
