On November 8, 1965, the body of a 52-year-old woman was found in her Manhattan townhouse. This woman was Dorothy Kilgallen, a prominent journalist and television personality. Her death was quickly ruled as accidental, caused by a combination of alcohol and barbiturates. However, the circumstances surrounding her passing have been unsurpassed for over five decades….
On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. This tragic event has been the subject of intense scrutiny and debate for decades. New evidence suggests there may be more to the story than just Lee Harvey Oswald as the lone gunman. One intriguing piece of this puzzle is the mystery…
On the evening of November 23, 1963, a day after President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, an unusual event took place in Dallas, Texas. Lee Harvey Oswald, the man accused of killing Kennedy, attempted to make a phone call from his jail cell. The person he tried to reach? A mysterious figure named John Hurt in…
In the early 1800s, during the Napoleonic Wars, a new type of soldier emerged in the British Army. These were the riflemen, elite marksmen who wore dark green jackets instead of the traditional red coats. They were feared by the enemy and respected by their fellow soldiers. Let’s dive into the world of these special…
In the annals of Cold War espionage, few cases have captured the public imagination quite like the Rosenberg spy ring. At the center of this intrigue stands a lesser-known but crucial figure: Vivian Glassman. This blog post delves into the role Glassman played in one of the most notorious espionage cases in American history. Who…
On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. The official story claims that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone as the lone gunman. However, many researchers and witnesses have challenged this theory. Let’s explore the evidence that suggests multiple shooters were involved in this tragic event. The Official Story vs. Reality…
In the final days of World War II, a little-known event took place that would foreshadow the tensions of the Cold War. This event, known as the Wismar Incident, involved Canadian paratroopers, Soviet tanks, and a race to shape the future of post-war Europe. Let’s dive into this fascinating story that bridges the end of…
In the snowy forests of Belgium and Luxembourg, a little-known battle took place that would help shape the outcome of World War II. This is the story of the Battle of Clervaux, often called the “Ardennes Alamo,” where a small group of American soldiers made a heroic last stand against overwhelming German forces. The Surprise…
World War I was a turning point in history, not just for nations and armies, but for women as well. The Great War changed women’s roles significantly, pushing them out of their traditional spheres and into new territories. This blog post explores how women’s lives transformed during this tumultuous period, from the home front to…
In the shadows of World War II, an unlikely hero emerged. Her name was Virginia Hall, and she would become known as “The Limping Lady” – a nickname that belied her incredible strength and determination. This is the story of how a young American woman with dreams of diplomacy became one of the most feared…