The Worst Part Of The Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster Isn't What You Think
In 1986, the world watched in horror as the space shuttle Challenger exploded on live TV, but the worst part of the disaster may not be what you think.
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Why The Battle Of Gettysburg Was Worse Than You Thought
Of all the grim battles that took place during the American Civil War, Gettysburg may be one of the most famous, and it was also even worse than you thought.
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Bizarre Artifacts Found From The Revolutionary War Era
Archeologists and casual wanderers alike have discovered many once-lost relics from the Revolutionary War era, and some of those artifacts are truly bizarre.
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Former Staffers Who Had A Lot To Say About These Presidents
From affectionate tributes to brutal takedowns, former staffers have offered some illuminating commentary about the presidents they served.
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Weird Things About Presidents' Ancestors That Explain A Lot
From getting kidnapped by pirates to making suffrage history, these weird facts about U.S. presidents' ancestors explain a lot about their legacies.
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Things About The Battle Of The Alamo That Don't Make Sense
The Battle of the Alamo is full of contradictions, myths, and baffling facts that history books don’t always explain. Here are some lingering puzzles.
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The Secret Service Detail That Doesn't Make Sense About JFK's Assassination
The assassination of John F. Kennedy is still debated today, and there's one particular detail about the Secret Service that doesn't make sense.
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How Did The Department Of Education Start?
The Department of Education as we know it has been around since 1980, but it had earlier incarnations in the 19th century. Here's a look at how it got started.
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Things That Don't Make Sense About The Epstein Files' Stalled Release
With many in the Trump administration alluding to the impending declassification of the Epstein files, much doesn't make sense about their stalled release.
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What Does It Mean When A Biker Goes Nomad?
If you've ever seen the word "Nomad" plastered on a biker's jacket, you might have wondered what it means. In motorcycle clubs, it's an important title.
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Things About These Presidents That Don't Make Sense
Anyone who makes it to the presidency has clearly lived an extraordinary life, but there are things about these former presidents that just don't make sense.
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Movies About Presidents That Historians Absolutely Hate
The history behind the president of the United States is fertile ground for movies, but these entertaining adaptations have left a few historians seething.
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3 Things We're Still Learning About The 2024 Assassination Attempt On Trump One Year Later
One year later, we're still learning new things about the 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump, who went on to win the presidency for a second term.
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How Long Could Military Submarines Stay Underwater Then Versus Now?
Military submarines are a crucial part of combat nowadays, but the used to be much more rudimentary — and couldn't stay underwater for very long.
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The Eye-Watering Amount Donald Trump's Air Force One Costs Per Hour
Donald Trump is the current U.S. president, which means he uses Air Force One, the famous presidential plane that costs a hefty amount to operate per hour.
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Questionable Things About JFK's Presidency
Historians have typically considered the presidency of John F. Kennedy one of the better ones, but not everything about the Kennedy administration was positive.
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Indiana's Original Capital Actually Wasn't Indianapolis
Indiana's most populated city is also its capital, but Indianapolis wasn't the original capital. There were two others as the Hoosier State evolved.
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Can Amish People Ever Drive Cars?
Amish people devote their lives to building communities without the modern technology we take for granted. And you might be wondering if they ever drive cars.
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A South Dakota County Made It Illegal To Grow One Beautiful Flower
South Dakota is home to many alluring locations and greenery, but one country actually made it illegal to grow a particular beautiful flower.
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Things About The American Revolutionary War Your History Class Ignored
While all students in the U.S learn about American history, some things that happened get ignored, like these aspects of the American Revolutionary War.
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Why Many Amish People Don't Actually Have Social Security Numbers
The Amish are known for forgoing many of the niceties of modern, technologically advanced life, and many of them don't actually have Social Security numbers.
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The Most Controversial Presidential Pardons
From George Washington all the way to today, U.S. presidents have exercised their powers with some of the craziest and most controversial presidential pardons.
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Why Texas Is Called The Lone Star State
You've probably heard that everything is bigger in Texas. You've also probably heard it called the "Lone Star State," and the nickname has a complex history.
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Things That Don't Make Sense About The Fourth Of July
On July 4, America annually celebrates its Independence Day, but even the most patriotic American might find that some aspects of July Fourth don't make sense.
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Weird Things People Ignore About Davy Crockett
Davy Crockett is a legendary American figure. He shows up several times in pivotal times in history, but here are weird things people ignore about him.
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How The Mastodon Became Indiana's State Fossil
On July 1, 2022, the extinct mastodon officially became Indiana's state fossil, making history for both the region and its scientific research.
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The Truth About Trump And The Military Parade On His Birthday
In the U.S., military parades typically do not honor presidents, but in 2025, a military parade is slated to happen on Donald Trump's birthday.
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