Things Napoleon Left Out Of The True Story
Ridley Scott's "Napoleon" leaves out years' worth of events, plus important context and nuance for the sake of dramatization. Here's the history you won't see.
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The Untold Truth Of Delta Force
The Army's Delta Force avoids attention to preserve its secrecy, but some info has trickled out over the years. Here's the untold truth of the mysterious force. -
A Look At Hitler's Drug Use During World War II
Hitler's seemingly tireless energy and charisma helped his efforts to rally supporters during World War II, but his drug use was likely fueling him all along. -
Here's Where You'll Find The Grave Of Robert E. Lee
Confederate General Robert E. Lee has a complicated history as someone whose been both revered and reviled. Here's where you'll find his grave. -
11 Worst Generals Of World War II
World War II picked up the pace after the mechanized warfare in World War I. Not all of its military leaders made the best of it, and some were just awful. -
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. -
Surprising Things That Happen After The United States Declares War
The U.S. declares war once in a while, and most people associate this with the mobilization of troops. But there is a lot more that can, and has, occurred. -
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. -
Women Who Led Successful Rebellions
These historic revolts were as different as the women who led them – some were bloodless, others resulted in burned cities and hundreds of casualties. -
Americans Being Evacuated From War-Torn Countries Isn't Free. Here's How It Works
It might sound callous, but Americans have to pay to be evacuated from war-torn countries. Here's how the process works - and when it was legislated. -
The Messed Up Truth About The Bosnian War
In the 1990s, the breakup of Yugoslavia led to the Bosnian War, which was marked by some of the most devastating violence Europe had seen since World War II. -
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. -
Families Who Fought On Both Sides Of The American Civil War
Here are some of the families whose loyalties were divided between the North and the South in the American Civil War, often with tragic results. -
Who Were The Doughboys In WWI?
World War I saw men from several nationalities working with and against each other, and among them, nicknames arose. This is who the doughboys were. -
Famed Occultist Aleister Crowley's Secret Life As A World War I Spy
Famed occultist Aleister Crowley was into many things, from Buddhism to mountaineering. He also likely had a secret life as a World War I spy. -
Why Did The US Enter WWI?
In the early days of the Central Powers aggression ahead of World War I, U.S. leadership was adamant about not getting involved. This is why the US entered WWI. -
12 Of The Worst Generals Of The American Civil War
The Civil War was hell, and poor generalship on both the Union and Confederate sides only makes it worse. -
The Complete Vietnam War Timeline Explained
The Vietnam War was a controversial, complicated conflict. From World War II until the Fall of Saigon, this is the complete Vietnam War timeline, explained. -
Who Was Civil War Spy Antonia Ford Willard?
The American Civil War lasted four years and led to over 500,000 deaths. Amid the bloodshed, spy Antonia Ford Willard influenced a couple key moments. -
Everything We Know About Kentucky's Civil War-Era Gold Hoard
In July 2023, a Kentucky man found hundreds of Civil War-era coins. Here's what the man's amazing discovery tells us about their time of origin. -
The Real Reason Harry Truman Turned On Oppenheimer After WWII
After World War II, President Harry Truman turned on J. Robert Oppenheimer, who oversaw the creation of the atomic bomb. Here's what happened. -
The Devastating Effects Of The Vietnam War's Operation Ranch Hand
The Vietnam War is known for its many tragedies, but the U.S.'s use of herbicides is often overlooked. Here are the devastating effects of Operation Ranch Hand. -
Exclusive Clip: Hear A Marine's Disturbing Story From Warrior To Killer In His Own Words
Dr. Carlisle took his conversations with Danny as a chance not only to learn about one man and his crimes, but PTSD at large. -
What Happened To The Bodies Of Civil War Soldiers Who Died In Battle?
As one of the deadliest conflicts in U.S. history, there were an overwhelming number of fallen soldiers to account for afterward. Here's what happened to them. -
The Mysterious WWII Case Of The Body In The Cylinder
In 1941, at a time of mass carnage and destruction, a mysterious sealed cylinder was found along the side of the road in the city of Liverpool in Great Britain. -
The Turning Point Of The Vietnam War And How It Changed Everything
The Tet Offensive was critical in influencing the slow withdrawal of troops from the Vietnam War. Here's what to know about the war's turning point. -
The Rosenbergs: The 1950s Trial And Execution That Shook The World
One of the most sensational and controversial news stories of the 1950s was the Rosenberg trial. Here is the trial and execution that shook the world.
