History

  • Two men in early 20th-century suits and straw hats pose with an extremely long gun; one aims while the other stands holding the barrel on his shoulder near a stone building.

    14 Military Guns That Were Entirely Unconventional

    Military guns can sometimes lack creativity when it comes to design. These military guns throughout history did things very different though.

    Military guns can sometimes lack creativity when it comes to design. These military guns throughout history did things very different though.

  • Five soldiers in green uniforms and helmets move through a swampy, grassy area, with weapons ready. Four soldiers wade through muddy water while one stands on the bank, watching the others. Lush vegetation surrounds them.

    22 Vintage Photos From the Vietnam War

    These vintage photos from the Vietnam War tell a part of the story of one of history's most gruesome wars ever waged. It was a dark time in history.

    These vintage photos from the Vietnam War tell a part of the story of one of history’s most gruesome wars ever waged. It was a dark time in history.

  • A group of people enjoy an outdoor garden party, some sitting on blankets and chairs on the grass, others standing and chatting, surrounded by green hedges and trees.
    ,

    17 Rare Photos of Wealthy Americans During the Great Depression

    Explore 17 rare photos of wealthy Americans during the Great Depression, revealing how the affluent lived amid economic hardship

    Explore 17 rare photos of wealthy Americans during the Great Depression, revealing how the affluent lived amid economic hardship

  • Several vintage military motorcycles painted in green are parked outside on a sunny day. The motorcycles have leather saddlebags attached, and one is marked with “RAF 4294.”

    10 World War II Collectibles Worth a Pretty Penny Nowadays

    It's impressive to see how much various World War II collectibles are worth nowadays. Some collectibles really skyrocket in value.

    It’s impressive to see how much various World War II collectibles are worth nowadays. Some collectibles really skyrocket in value.

  • A group of World War I soldiers in uniform and helmets march through a muddy street, smiling. Two young girls in dresses run alongside them, holding hands and appearing cheerful. Buildings and fences are in the background.

    20 Colorized Photos of World War I

    World War I left the world with many harrowing stories and even more vivid, haunting photos. These colorized photos can transport one in time.

    World War I left the world with many harrowing stories and even more vivid, haunting photos. These colorized photos can transport one in time.

  • Two men in New York Yankees attire stand in a stadium; one wears a jacket and looks serious, while the other, in a baseball uniform and cap, gestures with his thumb as empty seats fill the background.
    ,

    15 Military Veterans Who Achieved Massive Wealth

    These 15 impressive military veterans were able to carry on their legacies by building massive wealth after their service.

    These 15 impressive military veterans were able to carry on their legacies by building massive wealth after their service.

  • Thick black smoke rises from burning oil on the surface of the ocean, with flames visible near a containment boom and another smoke plume in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.

    17 Vintage Images From History’s Worst Industrial Accidents

    Check out 17 vintage images of history’s worst industrial accidents, documenting major disasters, their impact, and the lessons they left behind.

    Check out 17 vintage images of history’s worst industrial accidents, documenting major disasters, their impact, and the lessons they left behind.

  • Soldiers wading through water from landing craft to shore during a military invasion, wearing helmets and carrying rifles and gear, in a black and white historical photograph.
    ,

    10 D-Day Artifacts That Were Sold for a Fortune

    Explore 10 D-Day artifacts that sold for a fortune, featuring historic items from World War II that commanded remarkable prices.

    Explore 10 D-Day artifacts that sold for a fortune, featuring historic items from World War II that commanded remarkable prices.

  • Two women with blonde hair sit on a red couch during a talk show interview, both wearing black outfits. One woman looks at the other, who faces forward. Green plants are visible in the background.
    ,

    15 Stars Who Walked Away From Hollywood at the Height of Their Fame

    Hollywood has long been seen as the pinnacle of success, a stage where dreams are realized and legends are born.…

    Hollywood has long been seen as the pinnacle of success, a stage where dreams are realized and legends are born. Yet for some stars, the very spotlight that promised immortality…

  • A black-and-white photo shows a crowd of people in early 20th-century clothing gathered outside a shop window decorated for "Gamages Christmas Bazaar." Holiday decorations and signs are visible in the window.
    ,

    25 Rare Photos of America’s First Department Stores

    Stores like these changed the way Americans shopped. These 25 rare images explore the first department stores and their lasting influence.

    Stores like these changed the way Americans shopped. These 25 rare images explore the first department stores.

  • A group of men in work clothes and caps pose on the deck of a ship, some standing and others sitting, with industrial buildings and equipment visible in the background. The photo is black and white and appears historic.
    ,

    18 Rare Glimpses of Working-Class America in the Early 1900s

    Working-class Americans helped build the nation. These 18 rare photos capture their daily lives in the early 1900s.

    Working-class Americans helped build the nation. These 18 rare photos capture their daily lives in the early 1900s.

  • A black-and-white photo shows a woman, man, and young girl sitting in a living room, listening to an old-fashioned radio. The woman and child sit in rocking chairs; the man sits on a chair. The room has patterned wallpaper and a vase of flowers.

    18 Vintage Photos That Show How Americans Entertained Themselves Before TV

    Explore 18 vintage photos showing how Americans entertained themselves before television, from community events to family gatherings.

    Explore 18 vintage photos showing how Americans entertained themselves before television, from community events to family gatherings.