HISTORY.com Editors | HISTORY HISTORY.com Editors HISTORY.com works with a wide range of writers and editors to create accurate and informative content. All articles are regularly reviewed and updated by the HISTORY.com team. Articles with the “HISTORY.com Editors” byline have been written or edited by the HISTORY.com editors, including Amanda Onion, Missy Sullivan, Christian Zapata, Cristiana Lombardo and Adrienne Donica. Latest from this author 1960s 8 Little-Known Facts About the Moon Landing When Neil Armstrong stepped down a ladder and onto the moon on July 20, 1969, the nation achieved an audacious vision. But there were surprising moments along the way and not everything went as expected. Mysteries & Folklore What Goes on at Area 51? Some have connected the site with the alleged government coverup of an alien spacecraft crash. Others claim the moon landing was filmed there. If that's not true, what is? U.S. Presidents 7 Surprising Facts About D-Day D-Day was a historic World War II invasion, but the events of June 6, 1944 encompassed much more than a key military victory. Early U.S. Who Are the Most Influential Americans in History? As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, these 250 people stand out as among the most influential in shaping America. Advertisement World War II with Tom Hanks Podcast Revisit history’s defining conflict, from the rise of fascism to Hiroshima, through new insights and human stories. Available wherever you get your podcasts. 1920s The Tulsa Race Massacre: Facts About the Attack The Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921 destroyed Black Wall Street in Greenwood, Tulsa. St. Patrick’s Day 9 Surprising Facts About St. Patrick’s Day The March 17 holiday is steeped in myths. These St. Patrick’s Day facts share the fun, surprising truth about the celebration. Crime 10 of History’s Most Notorious Serial Killers Aileen Wuornos, Ed Gein and Dennis Rader left infamous legacies. Advertisement Advertisement Asian History 5 Essential Books About the Korean War These standout titles don’t just recount battles. Black History 12 Notable Figures in Black History: Photos These 12 trailblazers in government, arts, advocacy, business and sports helped shaped American history. Black History Quotes from 7 of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Most Notable Speeches From 'I Have a Dream' to 'Beyond Vietnam,' revisit the words and messages of the legendary civil rights leader. World War II Pearl Harbor Firsthand Accounts: Video On December 7, 1941, a surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor shocked America. These are the stories of veterans who were there. Advertisement World War II Pearl Harbor Veteran Recalls Coming Eye-to-Eye With a Japanese Bomber On the morning of December 7, 1941 Paul Kennedy found himself staring straight at an incoming Japanese aircraft. Observances & Traditions Holiday Gifts for History Lovers Perfect picks for the wanna-be time traveler on your list. Black History Who Is Ruby Bridges? As a first-grader, her image became an emotional symbol for civil rights and educational equality. Halloween How Jack O’Lanterns Originated in Irish Myth Before we carved pumpkins, the Irish chiseled creepy faces onto turnips. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Halloween How Halloween Has Changed Over the Centuries From pagan rituals to costumes and candy corn, discover how Halloween—and its associated traditions—has evolved through the ages. Halloween How Trick-or-Treating Became a Halloween Tradition The practice can be traced to the ancient Celts, early Roman Catholics and 17th-century British politics. Observances & Traditions Why Columbus Day Courts Controversy Christopher Columbus' arrival in North America in 1492 undoubtedly changed the world and lives of the Indigenous people he met. But was it for the better? U.S. Presidents US Presidential Visits With the British Monarchy: Photos U.S. presidents have received elaborate welcomes by the British monarchy since 1918. Advertisement Latin American & Caribbean History What Are the Symbols of the Mexican Flag? From its colors to the rendering of a snake-eating eagle, the Mexican flag is packed with symbolism and history. Early 20th Century U.S. Photos of the Wreck of Shackleton’s Endurance Preserved by icy waters, the majestic wooden ship of the infamous 1914-1916 Antarctic expedition is revealed in images from the deep of the Weddell Sea. Natural Disasters & Environment 5 Stunning Real-Life Survival Stories These people went off the beaten track. Then things went horribly wrong. Inventions & Science Military Vehicles That Are Big, Bad and Battle-Tested These aircraft, tanks, rocket launchers and more serve as the workhorses of American warfare. One has even earned the nickname "the finger of God." Advertisement Advertisement Mysteries & Folklore Are UFOs a Threat to National Security? This Ex-US Official Thinks They Warrant Investigation Chris Mellon believes the government should more aggressively gather intel on military UFO sightings, some of which were captured on video. 21st Century We Asked 25 Historians to Surprise Us. Here’s What They Said Civil War secrets found in a battlefield garbage pile. A jewel thief in a powdered wig who hastened Marie Antoinette’s downfall. A Supreme Court showdown started by barmaids. Discover 25 fascinating—and often overlooked—moments that made history. Religion What Were the Longest—and Shortest—Papal Elections? A brutally drawn-out election in 1271 led to the formation of the secretive, secluded conclave—and quicker elections. Asian History Major Milestones in US-China Relations A look back at some pivotal moments in the complicated relationship between the two superpowers. Advertisement Halloween 6 Things You May Not Know About Pumpkins Which famous French explorer is credited with naming them? Sports The Origins of 7 Popular Sports Their backstories may surprise you. Halloween 9 Halloween Tales & Traditions Halloween's focus on horror and make believe has spawned creepy legends, ghost stories—and hoaxes. Halloween 8 Halloween Folk Legends: Video From witches to zombies to creepy clowns, the season's hair-raising legends all formed from decades—to centuries—of lore. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement 1960s 5 Reasons Why Woodstock ’69 Became Legendary The Woodstock music festival may not have been a smoothly run event, but it featured electric moments—musical and otherwise—that made it unforgettable. Holocaust 5 Heroes Who Risked Their Lives to Take on the Nazis A diplomat who used the power of paperwork, a 16-year-old girl who shot Nazis from her bicycle and a teacher who hid Jewish children in baskets were among those who risked their lives to save others during World War II. 1980s HISTORY Channel Discovers Segment of Space Shuttle Challenger The 20-foot piece of the NASA space shuttle was found off the coast of Florida during the filming of the new HISTORY Channel series, 'The Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters.' 21st Century September 11: Photos of the Worst Terrorist Attack on US Soil Images show devastation during the 2001 terror attacks, and the tragic aftermath. Advertisement 21st Century September 11 Attacks: Videos Watch videos about the attacks of 9/11 and the aftermath. LGBTQ+ History 7 Facts About the Stonewall Riots and the Fight for LGBTQ Rights The struggle for LGBTQ rights dates at least as far back as 1924 and accelerated in the wake of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising. U.S. Presidents 11 Little-Known Facts About George Washington He's America's first president. The icon we all think we know. But in reality, he was a complicated human being. Observances & Traditions What’s Behind Secret Flower Deliveries on May Day? If you’ve ever received an anonymous flower basket at your doorstep on the first day of May, you may have been the recipient of a May Day basket. Advertisement Advertisement Peabody Award-Winning 'Blindspot: The Plague in the Shadows' This HISTORY Channel podcast, produced in partnership with WNYC Studios, was honored with a 2024 Peabody Award. American Revolution Black Heroes Throughout US Military History Meet the standout soldiers, spies and homefront forces who fought in American conflicts, from the Revolution to World War II. World War II Auschwitz Photos Taken After Its Liberation Reveal Devastating Atrocities 'After Auschwitz, the human condition is no longer the same. After Auschwitz, nothing will ever be the same.' —Elie Wiesel. 21st Century On the Ground on 9/11: Video Footage On the morning of 9/11 in New York City, ordinary people picked up video cameras and recorded. This is what they saw—and how they reflected on the experience years later. Advertisement 21st Century Deb Haaland, US Interior Secretary, on How She’s Influenced by History The first Indigenous cabinet member in U.S. history, Haaland hails from a lineage of 35 generations based in New Mexico. U.S. Presidents JFK: The 35th President on Film These videos showcase the vision and hope John F. Kennedy inspired in Americans—and the immense national grief they shared upon his death. Halloween The Lingering Legend of Abraham Lincoln’s Ghost Stories of a ghostly President Lincoln wandering the corridors and rooms of the White House have persisted for more than a century. Natural Disasters & Environment Hurricane Katrina Hurricane Katrina was a powerful storm that made landfall on the Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005. The storm triggered catastrophic flooding, especially in New Orleans, and caused at least 1,200 deaths. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Black History ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech The famous "I Have a Dream" speech, delivered by Martin Luther King in August 1963 during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, remains a defining moment of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. 1960s 1969 Moon Landing Explore the history of Apollo 11, the first moon landing, including JFK's vision, NASA's Apollo program and a complete mission timeline. 1960s Woodstock The Woodstock Music Festival began on August 15, 1969 in Bethel, New York. Billed as "3 Days of Peace and Music,” the epic event become synonymous with the counterculture movement of the 1960s. 1960s The 1960s The 1960s saw John F. Kennedy elected to the White House and gains in civil rights before America splintered amid cultural divisions and Vietnam War protests. Advertisement Cold War The Space Race The Space Race refers to the period of competition over space exploration between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R. during the Cold War. Black History Brown v. Board of Education Learn about Brown v. Board of Education, the 1954 Supreme Court case that ended school segregation and reshaped the Civil Rights Movement. World War II Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact was a non-aggression pact signed in 1939 by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union before World War II broke out. The pact lasted until Hitler invaded the Soviet Union in 1941. Cold War Berlin Wall On August 13, 1961, the Communist government of East Germany began to build the Berlin Wall, a barbed wire and concrete wall separating East and West Berlin. The Berlin Wall fell on November 9, 1989. Advertisement Advertisement World War II The Atomic Bomb The atomic bomb and nuclear bombs, powerful weapons that use nuclear reactions as their source of explosive energy, were developed during World War II and are regulated by international agreements. 1950s The 1950s During the 1950s, the United States was the world’s strongest military power. Its economy was booming, and the fruits of this prosperity–new cars, suburban houses and other consumer goods–were available to more people than ever before. However, the 1950s also saw great conflict. The nascent civil rights movement and the crusade against communism at home and abroad exposed underlying divisions in American society. World War II The US Home Front During World War II On the home front during World War II, life in t…