When horrific things happen, how a person responds can make a difference in the rest of one's life. In this collection, learn how some individuals triumphed in the face of unspeakable tragedies.
Mikael Blomkvist, one of Stieg Larsson's main characters in the Millenium Trilogy, was a rifleman in Kiruna during his time of national service.
It's the Ides of March, and Julius Caesar receives a warning from the shadows. See an animated version of Shakespeare's famous play.
What is an "indulgence," that slip of paper which played a role in the Reformation started by Martin Luther? Have a look and learn some background.
As economic conditions grew desperate for Irish people, during the potato famine, residents of entire villages abandoned their homeland in search for ...
Jack Swigert, seen here at breakfast on launch-day morning - the 11th of April, 1970 - had replaced Ken Mattingly as Command Module Pilot three days b...
James Figg (1684-1734) is credited with reviving the ancient sport of boxing in Britain (where he is known as the “Father of British Boxing”).
Jan Hus opposed the church's sale of indulgences as a way to buy forgiveness of sins. He opposed the pope and the pope took his life.
Japanese interrogators - like James Sasaki - followed specific guidelines for questioning Allied aviators. This political cartoon depicts such an inte...
This image depicts victims of atrocities committed against Filipinos and Spaniards living in Manila by the Japanese military.
"Race," a film about Jesse Owens, highlights the events of 1936. One of the world's greatest-ever athletes tells us what it was like to represent his ...
WARNING: THIS IMAGE CONTAINS VERY DISTURBING PICTURES OF THE REMAINS OF EMMETT TILL.
"It's a Wonderful Life" is one of the most-popular films to watch during the holidays. Who was James Maitland Stewart (1908-1997), its star? Known the...
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