Category History

In this edition of A Picture from History we examine an iconic photo and the story behind it...a lone figure standing before tanks. (Read)

In this Picture from History, we look at the heroism of John Stark -- a man on a mission to help a group of stranded survivors. (Read)

In this edition of A Picture from History, we look at the Saint Valentine's Day Massacre and its impact on notorious gangster, Al Capone. (Read)

We take you through the history of submachine guns, exploring how SMGs came to be, some notable models, and where they are now. (Read)

We investigate the exciting tale of Ernest Shackleton's disastrous voyage to the South Pole that left him and 27 men stranded on ice. (Read)

Ever wonder how Ruger's Mark pistol series became so popular? Well, we run you through how this handgun made its mark and why it's still sought after. (Read)

We look at the history of homemade firearms and what the future has in store for do-it-yourself, at-home gun makers. (Read)

We examine famed Australian outlaw Ned Kelly, looking at what led to his crime spree and how the Kelly Gang eventually fell. (Read)

In this Picture from History we look at Richard Webb -- a blind man from Louisiana who bravely brought his Ham radio to a local hospital to save lives. (Read)

Did you know the Japanese invaded Alaska during WWII? We've got the details of this little known piece of history. (Read)

In this Picture from History, we take a brief look into the shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald on November 24, 1963. (Read)

We take a look back at how FN came to be....surprisingly it involves bicycles. Come see how this mode of transpo played a part in FN's success. (Read)

Ever wondered why Americans prefer coffee over tea? We take a look back at the events that sparked the American Revolution. (Read)

In a new series, we take a look at the weaponry behind various conflicts worldwide. To kick things off, we're starting with the American Civil War. (Read)