What It Was Really Like To Party Like An Ancient Roman
The Ancient Romans are famous for feasting and drinking. Here's what it was really like to party like an Ancient Roman.
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The Untold Truth Of Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks was a civil rights activists who made a lasting impact on history. This is the untold truth of Rosa Parks.
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The Historical Figure That Over 40% Of People Want To Run America
In a time of increasing political polarization and crises, many in the public might well wonder how past historical figures would handle today's challenges.
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The Gunfight That Made Wild Bill Hickok Famous
The McCanles Massacre made James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok a legend , yet no one knows exactly what started the shoot-out or the truth of Hickok's involvement.
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The Morbid Reason The Royal Family Always Packs An All-Black Outfit When Traveling
One example of an unusual royal rule is that members of the royal family are required to bring a spare set of black clothing whenever they go on a trip.
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The Truth About Prince Philip's Unusual Coffin
The prince didn't want to "lie in state" (be on display for the public), and wanted the entire affair to be of "minimal fuss." He also selected a unique coffin.
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Prince Philip Won't Lie In State. Here's Why
Prince Philip would have ordinarily received a state funeral, including the tradition of lying in state, but that is not going to happen.
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Fascinating Facts About Windsor Castle
Twenty-five miles from Central London, on the banks of the River Thames, lie the grounds of Windsor Castle, an opulent residence of the British Royal Family.
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What Really Happened During The 1929 Stock Market Crash
One of the worst parts about the Stock Market Crash of 1929 was that society went from years of optimism and prosperity to disaster in the blink of an eye.
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Who Is The Archbishop Of Canterbury, Justin Welby?
While the Archbishop of Canterbury's name, Justin Welby, might not resonate with everyone outside the United Kingdom, his position certainly does.
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Why The Royal Vault Won't Be Prince Philip's Final Resting Place
Following a church service, Prince Philip will be interred, but it will only be a temporary resting place for the duke.
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What The Union Jack Flag Really Means
The flag of the United Kingdom, known as the Union Jack, is a combination of three flags and one of the most iconic in the world.
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Who Will Inherit Prince Philip's Sizable Estate?
Following the death of Prince Philip, royalty watchers around the world have been asking what exactly his personal estate entails, and who might inherit it.
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Details You Missed In Prince Philip's Coat Of Arms
Some English traditions hold fast. Some are the product of artistry, and subject to aesthetic interpretation. Such is the case with coats of arms.
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The Surprising Truth About The Land Rover Hearse That Will Carry Prince Philip
The prince chose an electric car -- a Land Rover -- to convey his body during his funeral, which doubles up as a gesture of respect to his military service.
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These Are The Longest Living British Royals Ever
When Prince Philip died on April 9, he was the third longest-lived British royal in history, but other royals have achieved similar longevity.
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The Spunker Club: The Truth About Harvard's Secret Society
In the 18th century, medical students were in dire need of corpses to use as they practiced surgical techniques and to advance their knowledge of human anatomy.
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Here's What The Flag Over Prince Philip's Coffin Really Means
Prince Philip, the companion of the Sovereign of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 17.
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The True Story Of The Fire That Destroyed The Library Of Congress
The Library of Congress has been threatened by numerous obstacles over 200 years. This is the true story of the fire that destroyed the Library of Congress.
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The Strange True Story Of The Man Who Was Emperor Of America
San Francisco's Emperor Norton is easily one of the most fascinating folks in American history. The strange true story of the man who was Emperor of America.
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Why Big Ben Almost Didn't Exist
Construction of the clock tower in London was completed in 1859, but the iconic structure and Big Ben almost didn't exist at all.
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The Rules Of A British Royal Funeral Explained
Everything that takes place within the British monarchy is tightly controlled and done according to strict rules, including royal funerals.
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The Tragic Story Of Prince Philip's Mother
Prince Philip's mother married Prince Andrew in 1903 and after the couple had their five children, life would drastically change for the English princess.
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The Untold Truth Of The Hitler Youth
Although "Hitler Youth" remains a term for any young person with fascist tendencies, little is known about the group or how it was used by the Nazis.
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What It Was Like To Be A POW In The American Revolution
12,000 Americans POWs died in the Revolutionary War. Both sides had more prisoners than they had resources for, and the outcome quickly became bleak for POWs.
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The Surprising Thing Andy Warhol Added To Some Of His Paintings
Warhol's work has long sparked controversy in the art world. Some of his most famous art made use of popular iconography such as brand logos and famous faces.
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The Truth About Blackbeard's Gruesome Death
The most notorious pirate of all time would have to be Edward Teach -- Blackbeard, a formidable foe who suffered a grim and protracted death in battle.
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