Famous Historical Topics & Events Chapters

Many of the principal commanders and troops are likely to die in the dangerous invasion of Normandy's beaches.

One of history's most famous battles is between Flavius Aetius' army and Attila's army.

The Bowery Boys help the police enforce an anti-saloon law, but a riot breaks-out, led by the Dead Rabbits gang.

Nicholas' daughters survive the first hail of gunfire because the gems sewn into their clothing provide some protection from the bullets.

There is not enough wood for coffins to bury all those who are dying, in Ireland, during "The Great Hunger.".

The Chinese army encircles US Marine divisions at the Chosin Reservoir, kills many, and forces them to retreat.

As US relief troops march towards LZ Albany, North Vietnamese hide behind giant anthills and ambush them.

Thousands from the Gustloff die in the frigid waters of the Baltic Sea.

At the Horns of Hattin battle, Saladin's army defeats the Crusaders.

Modern medical doctors conclude that suffocation is the cause of death during a crucifixion.

In the city of Nanking, China, Japanese soldiers plunder, rape and kill thousands of men, women and children.

Through the hands of Attila, death and destruction befall the towns of Lombardy.