Contrary to popular opinion, the chances of survival in gladiatorial games were higher than originally thought. In fact, only 1 in 9 fights ended in death.

Gladiators Didn't Die As Often As You Think (1:22)

When France sent ambassador Jean-Marie Bayol to Dahomey to secure a deal for the kingdom's rich natural resources, he was greeted by an elite force of all-women warriors known as the Agooji. Their ferocity set the tone for negotiations.

This African Warrior Ceremony Was Highly Intimidating (3:17)

In 2nd century AD, Celtic warrior Ardala is taken to Rome and tossed in a dark dungeon while her captors decide what to do with her. Little does she know that she'll have to fight if she wants to survive.

This Female Gladiator Captive Had to Fight for Her Life (2:39)

Scythian women adorned themselves with tattoos portraying the animals they hunted. It was believed that these tattoos offered magical protection, and also used to commemorate acts of bravery.

The Significance Behind Ancient Scythian Tattoos (1:38)

In 1964, the rift between Malcolm X and Elijah Muhammed, founder of the Nation of Islam, would reach a tense peak. In a fiery interview, X revealed a scandalous secret about his one-time ally.

Malcolm X's Explosive Comments About Elijah Muhammed (1:43)

On December 28, 2014, 43 minutes into its flight, AirAsia Flight 8501 vanished from radar. With 162 people on board, it would go down as one of the deadliest plane crashes that year.

AirAsia Flight 8501 Plummets into Java Sea Mid-Flight (2:56)

National Airlines Flight 102 took off from an airfield in northeastern Afghanistan on April 29, 2013. Minutes later, it would stall in midair before crashing to the ground.

Photographer Witnesses Final Moments Before Plane Crash (3:19)

As technology changed, cameras got smaller and color film got simpler, it became possible for soldiers to document the war raging around them.

This Veteran’s Suggestion Made Filming WWII Easier (2:11)

Near the turn of the 20th century, Alaska lured thousands of eager prospectors in search of precious minerals to its bountiful mountains. What many found was far more treacherous.

How the Alaska Gold Rush Turned Out to Be Hoax (3:33)

In 1962, a confrontation with the LAPD outside a mosque resulted in the death of a Nation of Islam member. It was an event seized on by an outraged Malcolm X, who would condemn it in an impassioned speech.

Malcolm X's Fiery Speech Addressing Police Brutality (2:48)

Princess Diana demonstrated a remarkable savviness for bending the press coverage in her favor, from her iconic wardrobe to instinctively knowing what made a great photo.

Princess Diana Knew Exactly How to Be Photographed (2:12)

It’s January 16, 2002 and Garuda Indonesia Flight 421 is struggling with a loss of power. The captain decides to perform a maneuver few other pilots have ever attempted: to land his Boeing 737 in water.

This Pilot Made an Emergency Landing in a Shallow River (3:21)

On the morning of March 24, 2015, Germanwings Flight 9525 sets off from Barcelona, on its way to Dusseldorf. Moments after reaching cruising altitude, the plane descends then, shortly after, crashes into the French Alps.

Did This Co-Pilot Willfully Crash Into the French Alps? (3:15)

An archaeological expedition into the wilderness of North Carolina uncovers evidence of a remarkable settlement once filled with runaway slaves determined to evade capture.

Runaway Slaves Built This Fort to Defend Their Freedom (2:40)

Harbor Defense Motor Launches, or HDMLs, were tiny wooden boats built to protect British ports against German submarines. Their job was to clear a path through a minefield that stretched across the English Channel.

These Minesweeping Boats Paved the Way for D-Day (2:12)

Without Nicholas Straussler, D-Day wouldn't have been possible. He came up with the design for the Duplex Drives tanks - a key part of the initial invasion at Normandy.

This Inventor Made the Famed D-Day Swimming Tanks (2:47)

It's January 19, 1988, and Trans-Colorado Flight 2286 is attempting to land at Durango La Plata Airport. Poor visibility and even worse weather means it is a trickier approach than usual.

A 1988 Flight From Denver Crashes in Bad Weather (3:23)

On July 30, 1998, the pilot of Proteus Airlines Flight 706 made a slight detour so his passengers could watch a famous ocean liner. It was a decision that ended up causing a tragic, mid-air collision.

This Minor Detour Led to Disaster for Flight 706 (3:25)

Going into World War I, the British Navy tasted success for well over a century. By 1916, they finally had an adversary that would test their abilities: the German High Seas Fleet.

How the Battle of Jutland Pushed Britain to the Limit (3:57)

The Royal Regalia represent two millennia of a nation's sovereignty and symbolize numerous aspects of its power.

An Up-Close Look at the Royal Regalia (2:13)