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5 of the Oldest Known Stories in Human History
The earliest stories predate written language.
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Playlist: Legends of Sports History
Watch full-length documentaries about legendary athletes, rivalries and defining moments.An Ancient Mystery
Who Killed Alexander the Great?
Show: History's Greatest Mysteries with Laurence FishburneAlexander the Great conquered one of the largest empires in history, only to die suddenly at the age of 32. Explore the enduring mystery surrounding his final days and the theories that continue to divide historians.
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Ancient Egypt Quiz
Test your knowledge of Ancient Egypt in this timed quiz.
Mythical Monsters Trivia
Test your knowledge of mythical monsters in this timed quiz.
Haunted Legends and Lore Quiz
Test your knowledge of history's haunted legends in this timed quiz.
Time Machine: Great Depression
Test your knowledge of life during the Great Depression in this timed quiz.Now Streaming on HISTORY
Football Season
Who Invented Football?
The game has ancient origins, but in the late 19th century, Walter Camp helped shape football—the American kind—into the sport we know today.
The Birth of the National Football League
Look back at the National Football League’s humble origins in an Ohio auto dealership and its inaugural 1920 season.
7 of the Fiercest Rivalries in College Football History
Michigan-Ohio State had a 'Ten-Year War,' and the 1982 Stanford-Cal game was won by one of the craziest plays in sports history.
NFL’s Greatest Play: The Immaculate Reception
In 1972, Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie Franco Harris—backed by an 'army' that included Frank Sinatra—made a miraculous touchdown catch that jump-started a dynasty.
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.
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