Surprising Things Women Found Attractive 100 Years Ago
The Roaring Twenties brought revolutions in fashion, technology, and lifestyles. As Edwardian stuffiness was discarded, women's tastes changed dramatically.
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The Worst Part Of The Apollo 1 Disaster Isn't What You Think
The first fatal disaster of the space race was horrific as it was tragic, with three trapped astronauts burned alive. But even this might not be the worst part. -
The Tragedy Of Jimmy Carter Explained
Jimmy Carter is the longest-lived president in U.S. history. From family deaths to a grueling national crisis, here are some of the tragedies he experienced. -
The Downward Spiral Of To Catch A Predator Host Chris Hansen
Chris Hansen made waves with televised child predator stings on "To Catch a Predator." But from its inception, Hansen has been dogged by a series of mishaps. -
Lord Of The Rings Details Inspired By J.R.R. Tolkien's Service In WWI
Though J.R.R. Tolkien insisted he never meant "The Lord of the Rings" as allegory, there are aspects that seem undeniably inspired by his service in WWI. -
What It Was Like Inside The World Trade Center When 9/11 Happened
For the survivors of the attacks on the World Trade Center, their experience evacuated the towers are harrowing and tragic. -
The Untold Truth Of JFK's Three Grandchildren
JFK's three grandkids have been in the spotlight because of their Kennedy pedigree, but there's still a lot to learn about the three siblings. -
How WWI Changed London Forever
World War I brought plenty of change, which could be seen and felt globally, especially in large cities like London. -
The Untold Truth Of The Army's Intelligence Support Activity
While the CIA might be more commonly known as the secret spy arm of U.S. government intelligence, the Army's ISA really takes the cake. -
The Tragic Story Of The Sinking Of The Lusitania
In 1915, a German U-boat sank the passenger cruiser Lusitania, with 1,198 souls lost. From unheeded warnings to leaky lifeboats, that fateful day is explained. -
The True Story Of The 'Wise Gals' Of The CIA
During World War II, the U.S. government created the direct predecessor of the CIA. Women played a huge role in espionage but working in that role wasn't easy. -
The Untold Truth Of America's Missing Nuclear Bomb
A nuclear weapon was accidently dropped in the water off Georgia in the 1950s. The fate of this bomb is a murky, which led to wild speculation and real fear. -
The 14 Presidents Who Served A Second Term
The United States of America has had 46 presidents since 1789, and most of them served only one four-year term. However, a select few won multiple elections. -
The Most Terrifying Human Experiments In World History
Scientific progress can come with a heavy cost, potentially hurting a lot of people. Here are a few of the most terrifying human experiments ever conducted. -
Why Sherman's March To The Sea Was So Devastating For The Confederacy
Sherman's March to the Sea was a campaign that occurred near the end of the Civil War, led by Union General William Sherman. But this wasn't a typical campaign. -
Messed Up Things That Happened During The Russian Revolution
The Russian Revolution caused a lot of turmoil, and innocent people sufferred badly. Here are some messed up things that happened during the Russian Revolution. -
What America's Opium Dens Were Really Like
Opium has a long history in the United States. Between the Civil War and WWII, this including the controversial opium dens. Here's what they were really like. -
Groundbreaking Drugs That Changed The Course Of History
Major medical advancements can change millions of peoples' lives in massive ways. Here are groundbreaking drugs that changed the course of history. -
People Convicted Of Murder Even Though A Body Was Never Found
Convicting a murderer is harder when the victim's body has disappeared. But justice may still find the guilty party, and sometimes the innocent too. -
Elements The World Could Run Out Of
Not all elements are created equal: Some are abundant and their long-term supply will not be an issue, while others are in danger of running low quite soon. -
What Happened To The Bodies Of The Romanov Family?
The Romanovs were the basis for mysterious questions and rumors for decades to come. The truth of their final fate was just one of those questions. -
What 19th-Century American Pharmacies Were Really Like
The pharmacies of the 19th century weren't quite like the drugstores of today. Here's a taste of the pharmacy experience back in 1800s America. -
The Dark Truth About America's Deadly Steamboat Races
In the mid-19th century, Americans were enthralled with an exciting and sometimes deadly new form of high-stakes competition: steamboat racing. -
Crown Jewels That Mysteriously Went Missing
The vanishing acts pulled by these crown jewels have been shrouded in both mystery and interesting history. Here's what we know about the missing treasures. -
The Tragic Cleveland Clinic X-Ray Fire Of 1929
In 1929, toxic gas spread through the Cleveland Clinic, starting fires and causing explosions. The tragic accident was caused, in part, by X-ray film. -
Who Is Morocco's Missing Ghost Princess?
In 2017, suddenly the people of Morocco weren't seeing their once-famous princess. So who is Morocco's missing ghost princess? -
The Worst Monsoon Disasters In History
While monsoons are simply a change in wind, they can also bring lots of rain and subsequent flooding, causing disaster.
