20 Horrifying Facts About Life In The 19th Century

People pine for the good old days, when humans somehow lived better, more fulfilling lives than they do today. The sad fact is that there were never any “good old days.” The only thing that has changed over time is our ability to express compassion for other living beings and the safety measures that we have put in place to help protect lives.

Top 13 Legendary Fighter Pilots of All Time

Legends were carved out in the skies as distinguished pilots made names for themselves by taking off into suicide missions and coming back alive, over and over again. These are some of those men, the ace pilots of early military aviation.

The Last Days of the Civil War in Atlanta

During the late summer and early fall of 1864, the city of Atlanta became the spot for a major battle of the Civil War a the Union Army pushed south from Tennessee. The two armies clashed in various small and large battles, ultimately leading to the Fall of Atlanta on September 2, 1864. The following photos capture the lead-up and aftermath of the battle that would ultimately pave the way to the Confederacy's surrender.