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The International InfantaA little-known empress from the early to mid-17th century was the Infanta Maria Anna of Spain. Not only was she married to an important leader of the Holy Roman Empire, but she was...
Claudius has retroactively become one of Ancient Rome’s most admired emperors. Riddled with illness and disability as a child, however, no member of his imperial family expected much from him. But the underestimated upstart would prove himself to be a capable leader with a cunning political mind.
Johnny Cash’s often claimed that he was part Cherokee. However, when his daughter appeared on “Finding Your Roots,” the bizarre truth about his heritage came to light.
Alexander Hamilton was widely regarded as a genius, praised by historians like Paul Johnson as the only Founding Father deserving that title. Though his ideas faced strong opposition, even efforts to erase his legacy, Hamilton’s story, once overlooked, is now well-known thanks to modern attention.
As the most famous mistress of King Charles II, Nell Gwyn was born into poverty, but is remembered for her great beauty and tragic history.
Brian Epstein saw potential in The Beatles before the world did. A record store manager with no industry experience, he helped shape their image and guided them to global fame. But while the band soared, Epstein faced personal struggles—and ultimately passed before witnessing the full extent of their success.
Van Johnson was the boy next door, but his untimely and unexpected fall from grace made one thing clear: He had some serious skeletons in his closet.
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