Life In The 1950s: An American Dream Or A Nightmare?
The 1950S was a decade of prosperity and innovation. It was also a time where racism, sexism, and fears for the future was rampant.
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The Only NBA Players To Score 70 Points In A Game
In over 70 years of the NBA, only seven players have done it. Here are the only NBA players to score 70 points in a game -- and one who surprisingly didn't. -
Forgotten Union Generals From The American Civil War
Many might recognize names like Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee from history class, but here are some of the forgotten Union generals from the Civil War. -
Every Film Katharine Hepburn Received An Oscar Nomination For
Katharine Hepburn may not be a headliner today, but her star power in Old Hollywood earned her a staggering 12 Oscar nods, surpassed only by Meryl Streep. -
The Deadliest Train Accidents In History
There have been hundreds of tragic railway accidents over the past two centuries. These are a few of the deadliest train wrecks in human history. -
The History Of The National Association Opposed To Woman Suffrage
The Women's Suffrage Movement won women the right to vote. But here's the story of its "anti" movement, the National Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage. -
The Untold Truth Of Andy Kaufman
Andy Kaufman, who would insist throughout his career that he wasn't a comedian, is famous but perhaps still a mystery to most people. Here's his untold truth. -
The Untold Truth Of Randy Newman
Approaching decade eight, Randy Newman doesn't look to be slowing down (a tour is planned for 2023), as he continues to create music on his own terms. -
The Untold Truth Of Clarence Darrow
Clarence Darrow was a lawyer with a long and storied career. Here's his untold truth, from the beginning of his law days to his death. -
The History Of Sign Language Explained
Today, there exist in the world more than 300 different sign languages — a form of communication with an at-times contentious history dating back millennia. -
Dark Secrets Of The 1968 Chicago Riot Revealed
The 1960s are one of the most turbulent decades in U.S. history, especially in Chicago. These are the dark secrets of the 1968 Chicago Riot, revealed. -
The Untold Truth Of Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson was a baseball player, but he was also a husband, a father, a civil rights activist, and a businessman. He is his untold truth. -
The Truth About US Presidential Frenemy, Roscoe Conkling
In the messy political scene following the Civil War, one man proved especially powerful. This is the truth about US presidential frenemy, Roscoe Conkling. -
The Untold Truth Of Malcolm X
The influence that Malcolm X had on American society and the Civil Rights Movement during his brief life was monumental. Here's his story. -
Famous Celebrities Who Died In Their 80s
Celebrities who live long lives often have legacy that crosses generations. When they die we are left feeling as if it weren't enough time. -
Little-Known Facts About Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter's life is much more than his successes and failures as a president. Here are some little-known facts. -
Advice We Learned From U.S. Presidents That You Should Totally Avoid
Many past presidents have used the world stage to shell out advice. It is likely no surprise that not all advice given by U.S. presidents has been top notch. -
What Being A Passenger On The Northern Pacific Railway Was Really Like
The Northern Pacific Railway connected the Great Lakes to the Pacific Ocean and promised adventure, opportunity and excitement along the way.
