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Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee
As the United Kingdom celebrates the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II, take a look back at the country’s last Diamond Jubilee—Queen Victoria’s in 1897.
Arlington National Cemetery: 8 Surprising Facts
Explore eight surprising facts about Arlington National Cemetery, which has been the focal point of national Memorial Day commemorations since 1868.
6 Things You May Not Know About the Golden Gate Bridge
As San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge celebrates its 75th birthday, explore six surprising facts about this modern marvel of engineering.
The Olympic Torch Relay’s Surprising Origins
The ritual of the Olympic torch relay originated not in ancient Greece, but in Nazi Germany.
Murder in Parliament, 200 Years Ago
Two hundred years ago, an assassin gunned down British Prime Minister Spencer Perceval inside the hallowed halls of Parliament.
The Hindenburg Disaster: 9 Surprising Facts
On the 75th anniversary of the Hindenburg disaster, explore nine surprising facts about the massive German airship and its fiery demise.
The Renegade Roots of Hollywood Studios
Film studios Universal and Paramount started 100 years ago as insurgent “indies” challenging Thomas Edison’s powerful cartel.
The Guillotine’s First Cut
Nicolas-Jacques Pelletier became the first of thousands to be executed by the guillotine 220 years ago today.
8 Surprising Fenway Park Events
On the 100th anniversary of the first Major League Baseball game at Fenway Park, explore eight surprising dates from the stadium’s hidden history.
The Midnight Ride of William Dawes
While Paul Revere rode into history on April 18, 1775, his fellow rider, William Dawes, galloped into undeserved oblivion.
Titanic’s Tennis Star Survivors
One hundred years ago, Tennis Hall of Famers Dick Williams and Karl Behr survived the most famous shipwreck in history.
Baseball’s First Fountain of Youth
In 1889, pitcher Pud Galvin turned to a dubious elixir in hopes of reviving his baseball career.
Are Greece’s Ancient Treasures Under Threat?
Greek archaeologists report that budget cuts have placed the country’s cultural heritage at risk.
