U.S. History
All the major chapters in the American story, from Indigenous beginnings to the present day.
World History
History from countries and communities across the globe, including the world’s major wars.
Eras & Ages
From prehistory, though antiquity and into the 21st century, all of history’s biggest chapters.
Culture & Tradition
The stories behind the faiths, food, entertainment and holidays that shape our world.
Science & Innovation
The pivotal discoveries, visionary inventors and natural phenomena that impacted history.
Learn how Nero manipulated the Olympic games in 67 AD.
The high five is synonymous with American culture. But who actually did it first? There are lots of theories, but one of the earliest known instances was a spontaneous action done between two LA Dodger baseball players.
The 1998 World Cup in France saw some of the game’s biggest stars make unforgettable mistakes. Take a closer look at how David Beckham, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane unraveled on football’s biggest stage.
A simple parking lot pastime has a surprisingly rich history.
Frank DeVita was in charge of lowering the ramp on the USS Samuel Chase on D-Day. The role would haunt him for the rest of his life.
