20th Century History: Most Popular Articles
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Great Depression Pictures
A large compilation of pictures from the Great Depression, including pictures of dust storms, farm foreclosures, migrant workers, women and children, unemployed, and breadlines and soup kitchens.
A large compilation of pictures from the Great Depression, including pictures of dust storms, farm foreclosures, migrant workers, women and children, unemployed, and breadlines and soup kitchens.
Holocaust Pictures
A huge collection of pictures of the Holocaust, including pictures of the concentration camps, death camps, prisoners, children, ghettos, displaced persons, Einsatzgruppen (mobile killing squads), Hitler, and other Nazi officials.
A huge collection of pictures of the Holocaust, including pictures of the concentration camps, death camps, prisoners, children, ghettos, displaced persons, Einsatzgruppen (mobile killing squads), Hitler, and other Nazi officials.
Auschwitz Pictures
A large collection of pictures of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp.
A large collection of pictures of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp.
The Holocaust
Whether you are just beginning to learn about the Holocaust or you are looking for more in-depth stories about the subject, this page is for you. You will find basics such as a timeline, a glossary, a map, and pictures plus more in-depth articles on such topics as the yellow star, ghettos, camps, resistance, and much more.
Whether you are just beginning to learn about the Holocaust or you are looking for more in-depth stories about the subject, this page is for you. You will find basics such as a timeline, a glossary, a map, and pictures plus more in-depth articles on such topics as the yellow star, ghettos, camps, resistance, and much more.
Famous People
An collection of biographies of some of the most famous and important people that shaped the 20th century.
An collection of biographies of some of the most famous and important people that shaped the 20th century.
Vietnam War Pictures
A large compilation of pictures of the Vietnam War, including combat action, life in the jungle, wounded, P.O.W.s, entertainers, tanks, helicopters, and ships.
A large compilation of pictures of the Vietnam War, including combat action, life in the jungle, wounded, P.O.W.s, entertainers, tanks, helicopters, and ships.
Flappers
In the 1920s, a new woman was born. She smoked, drank, danced, and voted. She cut her hair, wore make-up, and went to petting parties. She was giddy and took risks. She was a flapper.
In the 1920s, a new woman was born. She smoked, drank, danced, and voted. She cut her hair, wore make-up, and went to petting parties. She was giddy and took risks. She was a flapper.
World War 1 Pictures
A large compilation of pictures from World War I, including soldiers in combat, destruction, and injured soldiers.
A large compilation of pictures from World War I, including soldiers in combat, destruction, and injured soldiers.
Columbine Massacre
On April 20, 1999, in the suburban town of Littleton, Colorado, two high-school seniors, Dylan Klebold and Eric Harris, enacted an all-out assault on Columbine High School during the middle of the school day. Shooting guns and throwing bombs, the two boys killed twelve students and one teacher and injured many more.
On April 20, 1999, in the suburban town of Littleton, Colorado, two high-school seniors, Dylan Klebold and Eric Harris, enacted an all-out assault on Columbine High School during the middle of the school day. Shooting guns and throwing bombs, the two boys killed twelve students and one teacher and injured many more.
Hitler Pictures
A large collection of pictures of Hitler, including pictures of Hitler giving the Nazi salute, as a soldier in World War I, official portraits, standing with other Nazi officials, wielding an axe, attending Nazi Party rallies, and much more.
A large collection of pictures of Hitler, including pictures of Hitler giving the Nazi salute, as a soldier in World War I, official portraits, standing with other Nazi officials, wielding an axe, attending Nazi Party rallies, and much more.
History of the Olympics
After 1500 years with no Olympics, the modern Olympic Games were established. Learn how and why the Games began again.
After 1500 years with no Olympics, the modern Olympic Games were established. Learn how and why the Games began again.
Auschwitz Picture - Corpses in Block 11
Picture of corpses of Auschwitz prisoners in Block 11 of the Main Camp.
Picture of corpses of Auschwitz prisoners in Block 11 of the Main Camp.
Holocaust Facts
How many people were killed in the Holocaust? What does the word Shoah mean? What was the largest Nazi concentration camp? Learn the answers to these questions plus much more through these 33 facts that everyone should know about the Holocaust.
How many people were killed in the Holocaust? What does the word Shoah mean? What was the largest Nazi concentration camp? Learn the answers to these questions plus much more through these 33 facts that everyone should know about the Holocaust.
World War 1 Picture - Soldiers Repairing a Trench After a Bomb Explosion
Photo of soldiers fixing a trench after a bomb exploded fifty yards away. D.W. Griffith also stands in frame in civilian clothes.
Photo of soldiers fixing a trench after a bomb exploded fifty yards away. D.W. Griffith also stands in frame in civilian clothes.
Hitler Picture - Hitler Celebrates the Declaration of WWI
Picture of Adolf Hitler attending a rally in the Munich Odeonsplatz to celebrate the declaration of war in 1914.
Picture of Adolf Hitler attending a rally in the Munich Odeonsplatz to celebrate the declaration of war in 1914.
Charles Manson
Charles Manson is a convicted serial killer who has become an icon of evil. In the late 1960s, Manson founded a hippie, cult group known as "the Family" whom he manipulated into brutally killing others on his behalf.
Charles Manson is a convicted serial killer who has become an icon of evil. In the late 1960s, Manson founded a hippie, cult group known as "the Family" whom he manipulated into brutally killing others on his behalf.
Tomb of King Tut Found!
In November 1922, Howard Carter discovered not just an unknown ancient Egyptian tomb, but one that had lain nearly undisturbed for over 3,000 years. What lay within King Tut's tomb astounded the world.
In November 1922, Howard Carter discovered not just an unknown ancient Egyptian tomb, but one that had lain nearly undisturbed for over 3,000 years. What lay within King Tut's tomb astounded the world.
The History of the Swastika
The history of the swastika spans 3,000 years. Does this symbol represent good or evil?
The history of the swastika spans 3,000 years. Does this symbol represent good or evil?
Auschwitz Picture - Large Pile of Brushes at Auschwitz
Picture of a large pile of brushes that were confiscated from arriving prisoners in Auschwitz.
Picture of a large pile of brushes that were confiscated from arriving prisoners in Auschwitz.
Timeline of the 20th Century
Browse through this history timeline of the 20th century to examine each decade within this amazing century.
Browse through this history timeline of the 20th century to examine each decade within this amazing century.
The Berlin Wall
On August 13, 1961, the East German government erected the Berlin Wall in order to keep its citizens from fleeing to the West. For 28 years, the Berlin Wall separated West from East and became a symbol of the Cold War. Learn more about the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall.
On August 13, 1961, the East German government erected the Berlin Wall in order to keep its citizens from fleeing to the West. For 28 years, the Berlin Wall separated West from East and became a symbol of the Cold War. Learn more about the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall.
1960s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1960s, from 1960 to 1969.
A detailed history timeline of the 1960s, from 1960 to 1969.
MLK Assassinated
At 6:01 p.m. on April 4, 1968, a shot rang out. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who had been standing on the balcony of his room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN, now lay sprawled on the balcony's floor. What happened that evening?
At 6:01 p.m. on April 4, 1968, a shot rang out. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who had been standing on the balcony of his room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN, now lay sprawled on the balcony's floor. What happened that evening?
Prisoners Who Were Killed
Pictures of concentration camp prisoners who were killed during the Holocaust.
Pictures of concentration camp prisoners who were killed during the Holocaust.
1920s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the roaring '20s, from 1920 to 1929.
A detailed history timeline of the roaring '20s, from 1920 to 1929.
1950s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1950s, from 1950 to 1959.
A detailed history timeline of the 1950s, from 1950 to 1959.
Twins of Auschwitz
Josef Mengele's favorite experiments at Auschwitz were on twins. What did he do and why?
Josef Mengele's favorite experiments at Auschwitz were on twins. What did he do and why?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
On August 6, 1945, the United States used its massive, atomic weapon against Hiroshima, Japan. This atomic bomb, the equivalent of 20,000 tons of TNT, flattened the city, killing tens of thousands of civilians. While Japan was still trying to comprehend this devastation three days later, the United States struck again, this time, on Nagasaki.
On August 6, 1945, the United States used its massive, atomic weapon against Hiroshima, Japan. This atomic bomb, the equivalent of 20,000 tons of TNT, flattened the city, killing tens of thousands of civilians. While Japan was still trying to comprehend this devastation three days later, the United States struck again, this time, on Nagasaki.
Pearl Harbor Pictures
A large compilation of photos of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, including photos of planes caught on the ground, battleships burning and sinking, and bomb damage.
A large compilation of photos of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, including photos of planes caught on the ground, battleships burning and sinking, and bomb damage.
18th Amendment
The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution banned the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol. Here is the complete text of the 18th Amendment.
The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution banned the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol. Here is the complete text of the 18th Amendment.
D-Day Pictures
A large compilation of pictures of D-Day, including preparation, crossing the English Channel, landing on the beaches at Normandy, and casualties.
A large compilation of pictures of D-Day, including preparation, crossing the English Channel, landing on the beaches at Normandy, and casualties.
Holocaust Map of Concentration and Death Camps
A map of Eastern Europe with death and concentration camps
A map of Eastern Europe with death and concentration camps
Prohibition
Prohibition was the period in United States history in which the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors was outlawed. It was a time characterized by speakeasies, glamour, and gangsters and a period of time in which even the average citizen broke the law.
Prohibition was the period in United States history in which the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors was outlawed. It was a time characterized by speakeasies, glamour, and gangsters and a period of time in which even the average citizen broke the law.
1900s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the first decade of the twentieth century, from 1900 to 1909.
A detailed history timeline of the first decade of the twentieth century, from 1900 to 1909.
Dachau Pictures
Pictures of the first Nazi concentration camp, built in 1933, called Dachau.
Pictures of the first Nazi concentration camp, built in 1933, called Dachau.
Empire State Building Trivia
Ever wondered how many stairs are in the Empire State Building? Or how many windows there are? Find out the answers to these questions plus learn a lot more interesting Empire State Building facts.
Ever wondered how many stairs are in the Empire State Building? Or how many windows there are? Find out the answers to these questions plus learn a lot more interesting Empire State Building facts.
First Test-Tube Baby
On July 25, 1978, Louise Joy Brown, the world's first successful test-tube baby was born. Though the technology that made her conception possible was heralded as a triumph, it also caused many to consider the possibilities of future ill-use.
On July 25, 1978, Louise Joy Brown, the world's first successful test-tube baby was born. Though the technology that made her conception possible was heralded as a triumph, it also caused many to consider the possibilities of future ill-use.
1970s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1970s, from 1970 to 1979.
A detailed history timeline of the 1970s, from 1970 to 1979.
Pancho Villa
Pancho Villa was a Mexican revolutionary leader who advocated for the poor and wanted agrarian reform. Though he was a killer, a bandit, and a revolutionary leader, many remember him as a folk hero.
Pancho Villa was a Mexican revolutionary leader who advocated for the poor and wanted agrarian reform. Though he was a killer, a bandit, and a revolutionary leader, many remember him as a folk hero.
Fleming Discovers Penicillin
In 1928, bacteriologist Alexander Fleming made a chance discovery. From a contaminated experiment, he found a powerful antibiotic, penicillin.
In 1928, bacteriologist Alexander Fleming made a chance discovery. From a contaminated experiment, he found a powerful antibiotic, penicillin.
Photographs of Children in the Holocaust
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Photographs of children in the Holocaust: barbed wire fence holocaust photographs photographs of the holocaust holocaust children children in the holocaust
Interesting Olympic Facts
Ever wondered what the five rings on the Olympic flag symbolize? What do gymnasiums have to do with being naked? Find out the answers to these questions plus learn a lot more interesting Olympic facts.
Ever wondered what the five rings on the Olympic flag symbolize? What do gymnasiums have to do with being naked? Find out the answers to these questions plus learn a lot more interesting Olympic facts.
1930s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1930s, from 1930 to 1939.
A detailed history timeline of the 1930s, from 1930 to 1939.
Concentration Camp and Death Camp Photographs: Bergen-Belsen
Photographs of the Bergen Belsen concentration camp
Photographs of the Bergen Belsen concentration camp
The Great Depression
The Great Depression struck the United States with surprising force. It began on October 29, 1929 with the Stock Market Crash and only ended after over a decade of hardship and suffering. Learn more about what caused the Great Depression, what life was like during it, and how it ended.
The Great Depression struck the United States with surprising force. It began on October 29, 1929 with the Stock Market Crash and only ended after over a decade of hardship and suffering. Learn more about what caused the Great Depression, what life was like during it, and how it ended.
Typhoid Mary
Typhoid Mary had no idea that she was infected with the disease yet her work as a cook infected many. Find out all about Typhoid Mary and why authorities had a difficult time capturing Mary.
Typhoid Mary had no idea that she was infected with the disease yet her work as a cook infected many. Find out all about Typhoid Mary and why authorities had a difficult time capturing Mary.
1980s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1980s, from 1980 to 1989.
A detailed history timeline of the 1980s, from 1980 to 1989.
1940s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1940s, from 1940 to 1949.
A detailed history timeline of the 1940s, from 1940 to 1949.
Franklin D Roosevelt Pictures
A large compilation of photoraphs of Franklin D. Roosevelt, including photos of FDR as a young boy, on a boat, spending time with Eleanor, sitting at his desk, giving speeches, and talking with Winston Churchill.
A large compilation of photoraphs of Franklin D. Roosevelt, including photos of FDR as a young boy, on a boat, spending time with Eleanor, sitting at his desk, giving speeches, and talking with Winston Churchill.
Einsatzgruppen Photographs
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Einsatzgruppen photographs: babi yar ravine photographs of the holocaust soviet civilians waffen ss mass execution
Stock Market Crash of 1929
After a boom on the stock market that enticed many everyday people to invest their entire savings, the stock market crashed on October 29, 1929.
After a boom on the stock market that enticed many everyday people to invest their entire savings, the stock market crashed on October 29, 1929.
Auschwitz Picture - Gas Chamber in Auschwitz
Picture of the entrance to the gas chamber in Auschwitz I.
Picture of the entrance to the gas chamber in Auschwitz I.
1990s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1990s, from 1990 to 1999.
A detailed history timeline of the 1990s, from 1990 to 1999.
TIME's Man of the Year List
Since 1927, TIME Magazine has chosen a man, woman, or idea that for better or worse, has most influenced events in the preceding year. View the listing of TIME's picks over the decades.
Since 1927, TIME Magazine has chosen a man, woman, or idea that for better or worse, has most influenced events in the preceding year. View the listing of TIME's picks over the decades.
Photographs of Camp Prisoners During Experiments
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Photographs of camp prisoners in experiments: photographs of the holocaust holocaust experiments polish survivor holocaust index camp prisoners
Concentration Camp and Death Camp Photographs: Buchenwald
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Photographs of the Buchenwald concentration camp: buchenwald concentration camp photographs of the holocaust forest remnants dead american soldiers camp photographs
War of the Worlds Radio Show
On Sunday, October 30, 1938, millions of radio listeners were shocked when radio news alerts announced the arrival of Martians. They panicked when they learned of the Martians' ferocious and seemingly unstoppable attack on Earth.
On Sunday, October 30, 1938, millions of radio listeners were shocked when radio news alerts announced the arrival of Martians. They panicked when they learned of the Martians' ferocious and seemingly unstoppable attack on Earth.
1910s Timeline
A detailed history timeline of the 1910s, from 1910 to 1919.
A detailed history timeline of the 1910s, from 1910 to 1919.
Auschwitz Picture - Warehouse Stuffed with Clothes at Auschwitz
Picture of one of the warehouses in Auschwitz, stuffed to overflowing with clothes confiscated from prisoners.
Picture of one of the warehouses in Auschwitz, stuffed to overflowing with clothes confiscated from prisoners.
World War 1 Picture - Injured Soldier Recieving First Aid
Photo of an injured soldier laying on a stretcher and receiving first aid before being sent to a hospital in the rear of the trenches.
Photo of an injured soldier laying on a stretcher and receiving first aid before being sent to a hospital in the rear of the trenches.
World War II Begins
46 million soldiers and civilians died during the Second World War, learn how it started
46 million soldiers and civilians died during the Second World War, learn how it started
Auschwitz Picture - Door to a Gas Chamber in Auschwitz
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Picture of a door to a gas chamber in Auschwitz.: nazi war crimes auschwitz photos photos of the holocaust ushmm photo archives holocaust index
Concentration Camp and Death Camp Photographs: Belzec
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Photographs of the Belzec death camp: photographs of the holocaust holocaust index camp photographs jewish prisoners ss guards
Hiroshima and Nagasaki Pictures
A large compilation of photos of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, including photos of the bombing, destruction, and victims.
A large compilation of photos of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, including photos of the bombing, destruction, and victims.
Auschwitz Picture - Execution Wall Next to Block 11
Picture of the execution wall next to Block 11 in the Auschwitz I camp after liberation.
Picture of the execution wall next to Block 11 in the Auschwitz I camp after liberation.
Nazi-Soviet Non-Aggression
The pact signed in 1939 by Germany and the Soviet Union that enabled a one-front war when Germany started World War II.
The pact signed in 1939 by Germany and the Soviet Union that enabled a one-front war when Germany started World War II.
Adolf Hitler
Known as one of the most evil people in history, Adolf Hitler was responsible for World War II and the Holocaust. Learn more about Hitler through this biography.
Known as one of the most evil people in history, Adolf Hitler was responsible for World War II and the Holocaust. Learn more about Hitler through this biography.
Japanese Soldier Surrenders
Unaware that World War II had ended, Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese army spent 30 years hiding on the remote Philippine island of Lubang. After years of living in a jungle surviving on coconuts and bananas, Onoda finally surrendered in 1974.
Unaware that World War II had ended, Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese army spent 30 years hiding on the remote Philippine island of Lubang. After years of living in a jungle surviving on coconuts and bananas, Onoda finally surrendered in 1974.
Auschwitz Picture - Entrance Sign to Auschwitz That States Arbeit Macht Frei
Picture of the entrance into Auschwitz, the sign that reads: Arbeit Macht Frei.
Picture of the entrance into Auschwitz, the sign that reads: Arbeit Macht Frei.
Photographs of Camp Prisoners During Registration
Photographs of camp prisoners in the process of registering and being shaven
Photographs of camp prisoners in the process of registering and being shaven
The Most Famous Great Depression Picture - A Mother of Seven Children by Dorthea Lange
The famous picture of a mother of seven during the Great Depression, taken by Dorthea Lange.
The famous picture of a mother of seven during the Great Depression, taken by Dorthea Lange.
Empire State Building
When the Empire State Building opened on May 1, 1931, it was the tallest building in the world. How did this gigantic icon get built? It started with a race to the sky.
When the Empire State Building opened on May 1, 1931, it was the tallest building in the world. How did this gigantic icon get built? It started with a race to the sky.
Great Depression Picture - A Girl Making Supper
Picture of a woman making supper during the Great Depression.
Picture of a woman making supper during the Great Depression.
Vietnam War
The Vietnam War (1959-1975) was the prolonged struggle between nationalist forces attempting to unify the country of Vietnam under a communist government and the United States (with the aid of the South Vietnamese) attempting to prevent the spread of communism.
The Vietnam War (1959-1975) was the prolonged struggle between nationalist forces attempting to unify the country of Vietnam under a communist government and the United States (with the aid of the South Vietnamese) attempting to prevent the spread of communism.
The Yellow Star
The yellow star, inscribed with the word Jude, has become a symbol of Nazi persecution. Discover the history of the badge and learn how the visual labeling of Jews led to organized persecution.
The yellow star, inscribed with the word Jude, has become a symbol of Nazi persecution. Discover the history of the badge and learn how the visual labeling of Jews led to organized persecution.
Ronald Reagan Pictures
A large compilation of pictures of Ronald Reagan, from his youth to his later years.
A large compilation of pictures of Ronald Reagan, from his youth to his later years.
Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi is considered the father of the Indian independence movement. Gandhi spent twenty years in South Africa working to fight discrimination. It was there that he created his concept of satyagraha. While in India, Gandhi's obvious virtue, simplistic lifestyle, and minimal dress endeared him to the people. He spent his remaining years working diligently to both remove British rule from India as well as to better the lives of India's poorest classes.
Mahatma Gandhi is considered the father of the Indian independence movement. Gandhi spent twenty years in South Africa working to fight discrimination. It was there that he created his concept of satyagraha. While in India, Gandhi's obvious virtue, simplistic lifestyle, and minimal dress endeared him to the people. He spent his remaining years working diligently to both remove British rule from India as well as to better the lives of India's poorest classes.
Auschwitz
Auschwitz, one of the five death camps constructed by the Nazis, was the most streamlined mass killing center ever created. At Auschwitz, 1.1 million people were murdered. Learn more about Auschwitz: where it was located, when it was established, selection, the gas chambers, life within the camp, medical experiments, liberation, and more.
Auschwitz, one of the five death camps constructed by the Nazis, was the most streamlined mass killing center ever created. At Auschwitz, 1.1 million people were murdered. Learn more about Auschwitz: where it was located, when it was established, selection, the gas chambers, life within the camp, medical experiments, liberation, and more.
Mt. St. Helens
On May 18, 1980, Mt. St. Helens erupted, leaving in its wake death and destruction.
On May 18, 1980, Mt. St. Helens erupted, leaving in its wake death and destruction.
World War 1 Picture - Political Cartoon of President Wilson
Photo of a photostat of a WWI political cartoon which features President Woodrow Wilson sitting at a desk, holding a paper, and writing a letter about convening Congress.
Photo of a photostat of a WWI political cartoon which features President Woodrow Wilson sitting at a desk, holding a paper, and writing a letter about convening Congress.
Woodstock Festival of 1969
From August 15-18, 1969, 500,000 young people from across the United States converged on Max Yasgur's 600-acre dairy farm in Bethel, New York. They were there to listen to the best rock 'n roll of the time at the Woodstock Festival of 1969.
From August 15-18, 1969, 500,000 young people from across the United States converged on Max Yasgur's 600-acre dairy farm in Bethel, New York. They were there to listen to the best rock 'n roll of the time at the Woodstock Festival of 1969.
Great Depression Picture - Two Children by a Car
Picture of two children, one on crutches, near Bakersfield, California during the Great Depression.
Picture of two children, one on crutches, near Bakersfield, California during the Great Depression.
Curse of the Hope Diamond
According to the legend, a curse befell the large, blue diamond when it was stolen from an idol in India - a curse that foretold bad luck and death not only for the owner of the diamond but for all who touched it. Is there really a curse? Where has the Hope diamond been? Why was such a valuable gem donated to the Smithsonian?
According to the legend, a curse befell the large, blue diamond when it was stolen from an idol in India - a curse that foretold bad luck and death not only for the owner of the diamond but for all who touched it. Is there really a curse? Where has the Hope diamond been? Why was such a valuable gem donated to the Smithsonian?
Great Depression Picture - An 18-Year Old Mother from Oklahoma
Picture of an 18-year-old mother from Oklahoma now a California migrant during the Great Depression.
Picture of an 18-year-old mother from Oklahoma now a California migrant during the Great Depression.
Murder of Rasputin
To save the monarchy, several members of the Russian aristocracy attempted to murder Rasputin. On the night of December 16-17, 1916, they tried to kill the holy man. The plan was simple. Yet on that fateful night, the conspirators found that Rasputin would be very difficult to kill.
To save the monarchy, several members of the Russian aristocracy attempted to murder Rasputin. On the night of December 16-17, 1916, they tried to kill the holy man. The plan was simple. Yet on that fateful night, the conspirators found that Rasputin would be very difficult to kill.
Photographs of Eleanor Roosevelt
A large compilation of photos Eleanor Roosevelt, including photos of Eleanor as a young girl, in her wedding dress, sitting with Franklin, visiting troops, and more.
A large compilation of photos Eleanor Roosevelt, including photos of Eleanor as a young girl, in her wedding dress, sitting with Franklin, visiting troops, and more.
Bonnie and Clyde
From 1932 to 1934, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, mostly commonly known just as Bonnie and Clyde, were a young couple who went on a two-year crime rampage that included bank robberies, car theft, and murder. Their lives and their crime spree ended abruptly when police succeeded in ambushing them; Bonnie and Clyde died in their car from multiple gunshot wounds on May 23, 1934.
From 1932 to 1934, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, mostly commonly known just as Bonnie and Clyde, were a young couple who went on a two-year crime rampage that included bank robberies, car theft, and murder. Their lives and their crime spree ended abruptly when police succeeded in ambushing them; Bonnie and Clyde died in their car from multiple gunshot wounds on May 23, 1934.
D-Day Picture - American Soldier Dead on the Omaha Beach
Photo of a dead American soldier on Omaha Beach during D-Day.
Photo of a dead American soldier on Omaha Beach during D-Day.
Tomb of King Tut Discovered
On November 4, 1922, Howard Carter found the first step to what was to become one of the biggest archaeological finds of the century.
On November 4, 1922, Howard Carter found the first step to what was to become one of the biggest archaeological finds of the century.
World War 1 Picture - Effects of Phosgene Gas
Photo of posed soldiers grabbing their throats to illustrate the effects of phosgene gas.
Photo of posed soldiers grabbing their throats to illustrate the effects of phosgene gas.
Battles of World War II
There were numerous battles in World War II. Some of these battles lasted only days while others took months or years. Some of the battles were notable for the material losses such as tanks or aircraft carriers while others were notable for the number of human losses. Although this is not a comprehensive list of all battes of WWII, it is a list of the major battles of World War II.
There were numerous battles in World War II. Some of these battles lasted only days while others took months or years. Some of the battles were notable for the material losses such as tanks or aircraft carriers while others were notable for the number of human losses. Although this is not a comprehensive list of all battes of WWII, it is a list of the major battles of World War II.
World War II Starts
No one wanted war. Yet, when Germany attacked Poland on September 1, 1939, other European countries felt they had to act. The result was six long years of World War II. Learn more about what led to Germany's aggression and how other countries reacted.
No one wanted war. Yet, when Germany attacked Poland on September 1, 1939, other European countries felt they had to act. The result was six long years of World War II. Learn more about what led to Germany's aggression and how other countries reacted.
History of Oreo Cookies
Since Oreo cookies debuted in 1912, over 362 billion have been sold, making them the best-selling cookie in the United States.
Since Oreo cookies debuted in 1912, over 362 billion have been sold, making them the best-selling cookie in the United States.
Empire State Building Crash
At 9:49 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 1945, a B-25 bomber crashed into the Empire State Building. Find out why the bomber crashed and what happened to the Empire State Building.
At 9:49 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 1945, a B-25 bomber crashed into the Empire State Building. Find out why the bomber crashed and what happened to the Empire State Building.
World War 1 Picture - French Soldiers in Firing Position
Photo of a French 37 set up in firing position on parapet in a second-line trench.
Photo of a French 37 set up in firing position on parapet in a second-line trench.
Great Depression Picture - A School in Alabama
Picture of a school in Alabama during the Great Depression.
Picture of a school in Alabama during the Great Depression.
Sinking of the Lusitania
On May 7, 1915, the British passenger ship, the Lusitania, was sunk by a German U-boat. The high death toll shocked the world and the loss of American citizens swayed public opinion in the United States in favor of joining World War I.
On May 7, 1915, the British passenger ship, the Lusitania, was sunk by a German U-boat. The high death toll shocked the world and the loss of American citizens swayed public opinion in the United States in favor of joining World War I.
Tangshan Earthquake
At 3:42 a.m. on July 28, 1976, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit the sleeping city of Tangshan, in northeastern China. The very large earthquake obliterated the city of Tangshan and killed over 240,000 people - making it the deadliest earthquake of the twentieth century.
At 3:42 a.m. on July 28, 1976, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit the sleeping city of Tangshan, in northeastern China. The very large earthquake obliterated the city of Tangshan and killed over 240,000 people - making it the deadliest earthquake of the twentieth century.
Great Depression Picture - A Woman Washing Clothes
Picture of a woman washing clothes during the Great Depression.
Picture of a woman washing clothes during the Great Depression.
Auschwitz Picture - View of the Men's Camp in Auschwitz
Picture of a view of the men's camp in Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Picture of a view of the men's camp in Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Great Depression Picture - Two Children at a Rehabilitation Clinic
Picture of two very dirty looking children sitting on what appears to be a porch during the Great Depression.
Picture of two very dirty looking children sitting on what appears to be a porch during the Great Depression.
Anne Frank
During the two years and one month that Anne Frank spent hiding in a Secret Annex in Amsterdam during World War II, she kept a diary of her experiences. Discover more about Anne Frank in this profile of her life.
During the two years and one month that Anne Frank spent hiding in a Secret Annex in Amsterdam during World War II, she kept a diary of her experiences. Discover more about Anne Frank in this profile of her life.
Concentration Camp and Death Camp Photographs: Mauthausen
Photographs of the Nazi's concentration camp at Mauthausen
Photographs of the Nazi's concentration camp at Mauthausen
Hitler Picture - Adolf Hitler Salutes the Crowd
Picture of Adolf Hitler saluting the crowd assembled in the Zeppelinfeld at Reichsparteitag (Reich Party Day) ceremonies in Nuremberg.
Picture of Adolf Hitler saluting the crowd assembled in the Zeppelinfeld at Reichsparteitag (Reich Party Day) ceremonies in Nuremberg.
Concentration and Death Camps Chart
A chart of death and concentration camps established by Nazis during World War II.
A chart of death and concentration camps established by Nazis during World War II.
Andy Warhol
Andy Warhol was one of the most important artists of pop art, which became extremely popular in the second half of the twentieth century. Though he is best remembered for his paintings of Campbell's soup cans, he also created hundreds of other works including commercial advertisements and films.
Andy Warhol was one of the most important artists of pop art, which became extremely popular in the second half of the twentieth century. Though he is best remembered for his paintings of Campbell's soup cans, he also created hundreds of other works including commercial advertisements and films.
Great Depression Picture - A Young Penniless Oklahoma Mother
Picture of a woman and three children (close-up) during the Great Depression.
Picture of a woman and three children (close-up) during the Great Depression.
Hindenburg Disaster
At 7:25 p.m. on May 6, 1937, while the Hindenburg was attempting to land at the Lakehurst Naval Air Station in New Jersey, a flame appeared on the outer cover of the rear of the Hindenburg. Within 34 seconds, the entire airship was consumed by fire.
At 7:25 p.m. on May 6, 1937, while the Hindenburg was attempting to land at the Lakehurst Naval Air Station in New Jersey, a flame appeared on the outer cover of the rear of the Hindenburg. Within 34 seconds, the entire airship was consumed by fire.
Auschwitz Picture - Corpses of Women Piled Up on the Floor of Block 11 in Auschwitz
Picture of corpses of women piled up on the floor of Blok 11.
Picture of corpses of women piled up on the floor of Blok 11.
The Red Baron
Baron Manfred von Richthofen liked to fly in a blazing red airplane and shoot down plane after plane. With 80 credited victories, Baron Manfred von Richthofen, the Red Baron, defied the odds and became a legend in the air.
Baron Manfred von Richthofen liked to fly in a blazing red airplane and shoot down plane after plane. With 80 credited victories, Baron Manfred von Richthofen, the Red Baron, defied the odds and became a legend in the air.
Oklahoma City Bombing
At 9:02 a.m. on April 19, 1995, a large bomb decimated the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, killing 168 people.
At 9:02 a.m. on April 19, 1995, a large bomb decimated the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, killing 168 people.
Nobel Prize History
A newspaper mistakenly ran an obituary for Alfred Nobel which called him the merchant of death. Not wanting to go down in history with such a horrible epitaph, Nobel created a will that shocked his relatives but established the Nobel Prizes.
A newspaper mistakenly ran an obituary for Alfred Nobel which called him the merchant of death. Not wanting to go down in history with such a horrible epitaph, Nobel created a will that shocked his relatives but established the Nobel Prizes.
Ronald Reagan
Republican Ronald Reagan became the oldest President elected when he took office as the 40th president of the United States. He served two terms as President, from 1981 to 1989. Learn more about this influential man through this biography.
Republican Ronald Reagan became the oldest President elected when he took office as the 40th president of the United States. He served two terms as President, from 1981 to 1989. Learn more about this influential man through this biography.
World War 1 Picture - Airplanes Getting Ready for a Raid
Photo of airplanes lined up on the field, being prepared for a daylight raid on German trenches and cities.
Photo of airplanes lined up on the field, being prepared for a daylight raid on German trenches and cities.
The Mona Lisa Was Stolen!
It was unbelievable -- someone stole the most famous painting in the world. Follow this two year long caper that shocked the world.
It was unbelievable -- someone stole the most famous painting in the world. Follow this two year long caper that shocked the world.
World War 1 Picture - Germans in Well Protected Trenches
Photo of German soldiers in their well protected renches on the Belgian frontier showing the men in the act of aiming at their enemy.
Photo of German soldiers in their well protected renches on the Belgian frontier showing the men in the act of aiming at their enemy.
Great Depression Picture - A Christmas Dinner
Picture of a family eating Christmas dinner near Smithland, Iowa during the Great Depression.
Picture of a family eating Christmas dinner near Smithland, Iowa during the Great Depression.
Great Depression Picture - A Wife and Children of a Sharecropper
Picture of a woman and her three children standing in a doorway during the Great Depression.
Picture of a woman and her three children standing in a doorway during the Great Depression.
Auschwitz Picture - Double Electric Fence in Auschwitz
Picture of the double electrified fence of Auschwitz.
Picture of the double electrified fence of Auschwitz.
Henry Ford
Henry Ford became an icon of a self-made man. He began life as a farmer's son and quickly became rich and famous. Although an industrialist, Ford remembered the common man. He designed the Model T for the masses, installed a mechanized assembly line to make production cheaper and faster, and instituted the $5 per day pay rate for his workers. Learn more about this complicated man, from his birth to his death.
Henry Ford became an icon of a self-made man. He began life as a farmer's son and quickly became rich and famous. Although an industrialist, Ford remembered the common man. He designed the Model T for the masses, installed a mechanized assembly line to make production cheaper and faster, and instituted the $5 per day pay rate for his workers. Learn more about this complicated man, from his birth to his death.
Great Depression Picture - A Dust Storm
Picture of a man standing in a dust storm during the Great Depression.
Picture of a man standing in a dust storm during the Great Depression.
First Credit Card
Though the concept of credit has existed longer even than money, it wasn't until 1950 that the modern credit card was invented.
Though the concept of credit has existed longer even than money, it wasn't until 1950 that the modern credit card was invented.
Great Depression Picture - A Family of a Coal Miner
Picture of a woman and her three children (close-up) during the Great Depression.
Picture of a woman and her three children (close-up) during the Great Depression.
Auschwitz Picture - Aerial Photo of Auschwitz I
An aerial picture of Auschwitz I, the Main Camp, taken by Allied reconnaissance units.
An aerial picture of Auschwitz I, the Main Camp, taken by Allied reconnaissance units.
World War 1 Picture - Australian Troops Charching Near a Turkish Trench at Anzac
Photo of Australian troops charging a Turkish trench just before the evacuation at Anzac.
Photo of Australian troops charging a Turkish trench just before the evacuation at Anzac.
Pictures of the 20th Century
A large compilation of pictures of fascinating people and important events of the twentieth century, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, the Holocaust, the Vietnam War, and World War I.
A large compilation of pictures of fascinating people and important events of the twentieth century, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, the Holocaust, the Vietnam War, and World War I.
Vietnam War Picture - Napalm Bombs Exploding on Viet Cong Structures South of Saigon in the Republic of Vietnam
Picture of Napalm bombs exploding on Viet Cong structures south of Saigon in the Republic of Vietnam.
Picture of Napalm bombs exploding on Viet Cong structures south of Saigon in the Republic of Vietnam.
World War 1 Picture - Leroy P. Gremmer in a World War I Uniform
Photo of Leroy P. Gremmer standing tall in a World War I uniform.
Photo of Leroy P. Gremmer standing tall in a World War I uniform.
Charleston Dance
The Charleston dance became popular after appearing along with the song, "The Charleston," by James P. Johnson in the Broadway musical Runnin' Wild in 1923.
The Charleston dance became popular after appearing along with the song, "The Charleston," by James P. Johnson in the Broadway musical Runnin' Wild in 1923.
Fidel Castro
In 1959, Fidel Castro took control of Cuba by force and remained its dictatorial leader for nearly five decades. As the leader of the only communist country in the Western Hemisphere, Castro has been the focus of international controversy. Find out more about Castro in this biography.
In 1959, Fidel Castro took control of Cuba by force and remained its dictatorial leader for nearly five decades. As the leader of the only communist country in the Western Hemisphere, Castro has been the focus of international controversy. Find out more about Castro in this biography.
Hitler Picture - Adolf Hitler and Robert Ley Review a Unit of DAF
Picture of Adolf Hitler poses holding the 'blood flag' from the Beer Hall Putsch of 1923 at the fourth Nazi Party Congress.
Picture of Adolf Hitler poses holding the 'blood flag' from the Beer Hall Putsch of 1923 at the fourth Nazi Party Congress.
The "Fatty" Arbuckle Scandal
In 1921, Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle was arrested and tried for the murder of a young starlet named Virginia Rappe. The public was against him but the jurors could find no evidence. Find out more about this Hollywood scandal.
In 1921, Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle was arrested and tried for the murder of a young starlet named Virginia Rappe. The public was against him but the jurors could find no evidence. Find out more about this Hollywood scandal.
Auschwitz Picture - Sign on the Electric Fence
Picture of a sign on the electric fence in Auschwitz that reads: caution, danger.
Picture of a sign on the electric fence in Auschwitz that reads: caution, danger.
World War 1 Picture - Tank Going Over the Top
Photo of a WWI tank going over the top.: national archives and records administration world war 1 page nbsp photos index national archives
Photo of a WWI tank going over the top.: national archives and records administration world war 1 page nbsp photos index national archives
Great Depression Picture - A Homeless Family Walking Along a Road
Picture of a homeless family walking along a road during the Great Depression.
Picture of a homeless family walking along a road during the Great Depression.
Photographs of Camp Prisoners During Roll Call
Photographs of camp prisoners during roll call in the Appelplatz
Photographs of camp prisoners during roll call in the Appelplatz
Hitler Picture - Hitler as a Soldier in WWI
Picture of Adolf Hitler, dressed as a soldier, sitting with others in World War I.
Picture of Adolf Hitler, dressed as a soldier, sitting with others in World War I.
Yom Hashoah
Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, is a day set aside for all of us to remember and learn about the horrors of the Holocaust.
Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, is a day set aside for all of us to remember and learn about the horrors of the Holocaust.
World War 1 Picture - Zimmerman Telegram
Photo of a photostat of the Zimmerman Telegram as received by the German ambassador to Mexico in 1917.
Photo of a photostat of the Zimmerman Telegram as received by the German ambassador to Mexico in 1917.
Holocaust: Photograph of an American Soldier Standing Above Corpses of Children
Photograph of an American soldier standing above corpses of children
Photograph of an American soldier standing above corpses of children
World War 2 Poster - I Need You on the Job Full Time, Don't Get Hurt
Picture of a I Need You on the Job Full Time, Don't Get Hurt WWII poster.
Picture of a I Need You on the Job Full Time, Don't Get Hurt WWII poster.
Diana, Princess of Wales
Diana, Princess of Wales was what some have called the People's Princess. Her life seemed like a fairytale until the realities of depression and a royal marriage were exposed. She spent much of her time helping comfort people who were dying and supporting causes that would end AIDS and the use of landmines. Her death not only shocked the world, it caused many to examine the extremes of paparazzi and the public's fascination with celebrities.
Diana, Princess of Wales was what some have called the People's Princess. Her life seemed like a fairytale until the realities of depression and a royal marriage were exposed. She spent much of her time helping comfort people who were dying and supporting causes that would end AIDS and the use of landmines. Her death not only shocked the world, it caused many to examine the extremes of paparazzi and the public's fascination with celebrities.
Auschwitz Picture - Interior of Barracks
Picture of the interior of barracks in Auschwitz.: auschwitz birkenau auschwitz photos photos of the holocaust ushmm photo archives holocaust index
Picture of the interior of barracks in Auschwitz.: auschwitz birkenau auschwitz photos photos of the holocaust ushmm photo archives holocaust index
Auschwitz Picture - Sacks of Human Hair at Auschwitz
Picture of sacks of human hair found in Auschwitz, packed and ready for dispatch to Germany.
Picture of sacks of human hair found in Auschwitz, packed and ready for dispatch to Germany.
World War 1 Picture - American Soldiers Throwing Hand Grenades
Photo of American soldiers on the Piave front hurling a shower of hand grenades into the Austrian trenches during WWI.
Photo of American soldiers on the Piave front hurling a shower of hand grenades into the Austrian trenches during WWI.
Josef Mengele
A short overview of the infamous Nazi doctor, Josef Mengele
A short overview of the infamous Nazi doctor, Josef Mengele
Vietnam War Picture - Marine Corp Flame Thrower Tank in Action in Vietnam
Picture of a Marine Corp flame thrower tank in action.
Picture of a Marine Corp flame thrower tank in action.
Boxer Rebellion
In 1900, a group known as the Boxers murdered thousands of foreigners, especially missionaries, in an attempt to rid China of all foreign influence.
In 1900, a group known as the Boxers murdered thousands of foreigners, especially missionaries, in an attempt to rid China of all foreign influence.
Franklin D. Roosevelt
President Franklin D. Roosevelt led the United States during both the Great Depression and World War II. Paralyzed from the waist down after suffering a bout of polio, Roosevelt overcame his disability and was elected president of the United States an unprecedented four times.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt led the United States during both the Great Depression and World War II. Paralyzed from the waist down after suffering a bout of polio, Roosevelt overcame his disability and was elected president of the United States an unprecedented four times.
Auschwitz Picture - Kitchen Barracks and Electrified Fence in Auschwitz
Picture of the kitchen barracks and electrified fence of Auschwitz.
Picture of the kitchen barracks and electrified fence of Auschwitz.