The Woman Who Became The 'Mother Of Thanksgiving'
The woman who became the 'Mother of Thanksgiving' lobbied several sitting U.S. presidents to declare the fall feast an annual federal holiday.
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The Confederate Freemason Who Some Believe Predicted World War I, II, And III
Years ago, a Confederate freemason purportedly wrote a letter that predicted World War I, II, and III. But just how true is this story, and what did he say?
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How Turkey Became A Thanksgiving Tradition
Different things may come to mind for people when they think of Thanksgiving, but arguably all Americans think of turkey. Here's where the tradition started.
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Why The KKK's Reign Of Terror Soared During The Prohibition
America has gone through many turbulent times over the course of history, including when the KKK's reign of terror soared during the prohibition.
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How Was Charles Manson Caught?
Charles Manson guided his followers on a killing spree that infamously led to the death of actress Sharon Tate, among others. Here's how he was caught.
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Tragic Details About First Lady Dolley Madison's Life
Dolley Madison is known for the myth that she rescued a portrait from a burning White House, but her real life was exciting enough. Here are her many tragedies.
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How Blind Frog Ranch Got Its Name
Blind Frog Ranch is the center of the Discovery Channel show "Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch." So how did it get its name? Well, that's a funny story.
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Details About Katharine Hepburn's Lengthy Affair With Spencer Tracy
Katharine Hepburn had a lengthy affair with Spencer Tracy, though details only surfaced after the death of Tracy and his wife. Here's what we know.
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This Was Martin Luther King Jr.'s Last Request Before He Died
Martin Luther King Jr. was infamously assassinated at a hotel in Memphis, but had one final request. This was King's last request before he died.
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Every Baby That Was Born In The White House
Being born in the White House has been a rare occasion throughout American history. Here are all the members of this exclusive club, and how they fared.
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How Much Do The World Series Champions Make?
You might imagine that MLB World Series champions make a good chunk of change for their victory. That's true, but the process is complicated.
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Famous People Who Passed Through Ellis Island
Ellis Island, New York, was the first port of call for immigrants for over half a century. Masses of people have passed through, including a few famous ones.
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What Happened To Bill Clinton's Inaugural Ball Saxophone?
During his inauguration ball on January 19, 1993, former president Bill Clinton busted out his saxophone. Here's what happened to the instrument.
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What It Was Like To Be At The March On Washington
The March on Washington in 1963 was a watershed moment in American and Black history, changing the lives of many who were there.
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Every Amendment After The Bill Of Rights Explained
Not all Constitutional amendments are as famous as the first 10. Here is each one after the Bill of Rights explained and the circumstances that led to them.
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Things That Were Normal In Schools 70 Years Ago
The 1950s was a time of changing childhoods. Here are some things that were commonplace in the 1950s that have largely vanished from American schools today.
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What Is Blaxploitation?
Blaxploitation films made a splash in the 1970s. Both revered and reviled for its portrayal of Black men and women, the genre faded but its influence persists.
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Bayard Rustin's Relationship With MLK Explained
Bayard Rustin, who organized the 1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, had a complicated relationship with Martin Luther King Jr. Here's the story.
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The Dark History Of Collegiate Greek Life
Joining a fraternity or sorority has been a defining part of college life for over a century. But its history has not always been as illustrious as its alumni.
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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.
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The Accusers At The Center Of The Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trials make up one of the most shocking tales from American history. Here's the story of the accusers at the center of it all.
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How Killers Of The Flower Moon Differs From The True Story
Martin Scorsese brought David Grann's book "Killers of the Flower Moon" to life in 2023. But how close to the reality did the film stay, and what was left out?
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Who Were The Oldest Presidents?
While 35 is the minimum age to run for president of the United States, there's no maximum. Here are the oldest presidents throughout history.
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What Happened To Theodore Roosevelt's Children?
Being the child of a U.S. president is a tall order - especially if your father was Theodore Roosevelt. Here's what became of Roosevelt's six children.
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This Is The First President To Die At The White House
The death of a president while in office is always a national tragedy. The event becomes even more poignant when death occurs early in the president's term.
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First Ladies Who Were Actually Really Weird People
These first ladies were actually really weird people. Not all of them toed the line.
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This Is How Much Money Donald Trump Is Actually Worth
Donald Trump's net worth isn't quite what he makes it out to be, to say the least. Here's what we can determine is actually his wealth.
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