Since the era of "silent films," moving pictures are an important part of worldwide culture. How did movies get their start? What are the stories behind the movies? Enjoy hundreds of stories in this Collection.
In 1997, "Amistad" (the movie) is released in remembrance of the captives, and a replica ship tours across America.
Andy (E.B.) White studies the animals he uses in the story in great detail; by doing so, he creates a story loved by generations.
Scholars think the story of Beowulf takes place near the present-day city of Roskilde, not far from Copenhagen.
Survivors do the best they can to pitch tents, find food and water, and look out for the children.
Police suspect people with a medical background and look at 192 suspects before the case goes to the Grand Jury.
The Sword of Stalingrad is presented to the Russian people by Winston Churchill to honor their suffering and heroism.
Shah Jahan builds one of India's symbols the Taj Mahalas a memorial for his favorite wife, Mumatz Mahal.
Attacks attributed to the Ripper typically involve female prostitutes who live and work in the Whitechapel-area slums of London.
Fifty years ago, TV brings war into American homes; the death and horror increase protests. The Tet Offensive deals a harsh blow to South Vietnam and ...
Jerusalem at the time of Jesus—click on the image for a full-page view. Executions and burials took place outside the city gates. This image is ...
The Towers fell 24 minutes apart, killing thousands of people, but others survive due to miracles or heroes.
Although the prosecution declares Fish sane, there is little doubt that he is crazy and the jury still finds him guilty.
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