History is waiting to be discovered.

Engage with the oft-forgotten Second War of Independence.

Bass Reeves was the first black deputy marshal west of the Mississippi–and one of the most beloved.

Decaying buildings, sand-swept streets, and a sense of suspended time make these towns well worth a visit.

The car of the future was also the downfall of many a high-ranking Nazi.

From the hilarious to heartfelt, take a look at eight quotes from the accomplished Marine.

The USS Indianola was pressed into service before her completion, yet she managed to serve with honor–and be the subject of a thrilling rescue mission.

A misinformation campaign was vital to the Allied forces' efforts.

Alight on the lunar surface alongside Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin.

Westward expansion wasn't a simple matter of packing your bags and moving out.

According to the hit film, Hôtel des Mille Collines was a refuge during the Rwandan Genocide. One of its residents claims otherwise in this memoir.

The pressure was imminent. But the plans were hardly bulletproof.

Uncover iconic illustrations that helped fuel national opinion during World War II.

Any surprise it was under the beloved Rough Rider?

The much-maligned birds were some of the most important combatants in World War I and II.

That iconic, terrifying sound wasn't necessary to the functioning of an airplane.

From the smallest atoms to the biggest adventures in space, these women used their scientific knowledge to change the world.

The German army may not have been surprised by an attack, but the Allied forces had a few tricks ready to go.

St Albans Raid was one of the most controversial events in the Civil War.

Five authors carry on the legacy of Carson's five iconic books.

Trace the history of America's national day of remembrance.