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Observances & Traditions

How World War II Spurred a Decade of Women’s Pro Baseball

The league was supposed to be temporary, but went on for 12 seasons.

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When 199 Men Attempted to Run Across the US on Route 66

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Which Invention Came First?

Natural Disasters & Environment

Where Did Ebola Come From?

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Observances & Traditions

The Surprising History of August

The History of Better Sleep

Explore the surprising history of sleep apnea, from Dickens and presidents to strange devices and modern treatment breakthroughs.

The Amazing Spider-Man

Who Is Spider-Man?

Learn how the chemistry between Stan Lee and Steve Ditko turned a radioactive spider bite into an instant hit.

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This Day in History

Games!

Mythical Monsters Trivia

Test your knowledge of mythical monsters in this timed quiz.

Name the Year That World War II Event Happened

Test your knowledge of World War II’s major events.

On the Road: America’s Highways Quiz

Test your knowledge of America’s highway system in this timed quiz.

Play our Area 51 Quiz

Test your knowledge of Area 51 in this timed Quiz.

Now Streaming on HISTORY

The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch

Alone

Forged In Fire

Modern Marvels: WWII

The UnXplained

Hazardous History with Henry Winkler

Ancient Aliens

Secrets Declassified with David Duchovny

Mysteries From Above

The Proof Is Out There: UnXplained Edition

HISTORY Honors 250

250 Objects That Tell the Story of America

These items reveal the nation’s character and its constant evolution.

250 Events That Shaped America

These pivotal moments changed how Americans live, work, create and govern.

250 People Who Shaped America

These changemakers include icons as well as architects of everyday life.

HISTORY Honors 250 Hub

Explore HISTORY videos and stories about America's 250th.

At the Movies

Great Depression

When Movie Theaters Tried to Ban Popcorn

The buttery, salty snack wasn’t always a movie-must.

How ‘Jaws’ Invented the Summer Blockbuster

It wasn’t just a hit—it changed how Hollywood does business.

Why America Fell in Love With 3D Movies

The rise, fall and reinvention of Hollywood’s favorite gimmick.

The DIY Beginnings of the Drive-In Movie Theater

The first drive-in opened in New Jersey in 1933.

The First Kinetoscope Parlor Opens and Movie Theaters are Born

In 1894, two brothers opened NYC’s “Kinetoscope Parlor,” sparking the rise of movie theaters across America and the world.

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World War II With Tom Hanks revisits defining moments in one of history's most devastating conflicts.

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Explore Rhode Island’s Rich History

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Providence Revolutionary War Trail

Meredith Ewenson walks the Revolutionary War Trail in Providence, Rhode Island, with sites including the Stephen Hopkins House, John Brown House Museum and more.

Newport Revolutionary War Trail

Meredith Ewenson walks the Revolutionary War Trail in Newport, Rhode Island, with sites including the White Horse Tavern, Hunter House and more.

Industrial Revolution

Where the US Industrial Revolution Began

In 1793, Samuel Slater built America's first water-powered textile mill–right in Pawtucket. That moment helped spark the Industrial Revolution in the U.S. and transform how the nation worked.

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