Samantha Henman articles

The Oneida Indian Nation made their mark on American history when they became the first ally to America as they joined the colonists in their fight for independence during the American Revolutionary War. But their victory over the British wasn’t such a win after all—it was actually the beginning of a nightmare. Who are the Oneidas, and what happened to them?

If there's one woman from history whose story still has the power to captivate people, it's Amelia Earhart. She made leaps and bounds in the world of aviation, setting many records and becoming the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean by herself. However, her shocking disappearance in 1937 ignited one of the greatest mysteries of all time.

The Zulu people, also known as “the people of the heavens,” are the largest ethnic group in South Africa. With a traditional culture rich in arts and dance, not many people know the darker details of their beliefs.

One summer afternoon in 1947, a small plane carrying 11 people left Buenos Aires on a short trip to Santiago—but never made it.

Humans are masters at adaptation and survival—and few cultures prove that as clearly as the Inuit. Theirs is one of the greatest stories of survival, not just against the hardships of the life in the northernmost reaches of our planet but also against the tides of colonization and assimilation.

The RMS Olympic was the sister to the Titanic and the Britannic—two ships that met tragic ends. It had an illustrious career beginning in 1911. It tried to help rescue survivors during the sinking of the Titanic, was the subject of a historic strike, and also played a pivotal role in WWI.

Employees at all-inclusive resorts shared the common mistakes they see guests make again and again, and knowing how to avoid them can ensure a fantastic vacation.

From their colorful clothing to their legendary warrior bands, find out who the Kiowa are and why they continue to fight today.

What do we really know about the day that changed how we view nuclear power?