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Al Capone's Death

The Question: Where did Al Capone die? Was it in jail or after his sentence? The Answer: Al Capone spent the last year of his Alcatraz…

John Trudell Biography

John Trudellmusician, poet, activistBorn: Feb. 15, 1946Birthplace: Omaha, Neb. John Trudell, the son of a Santee Sioux father and a Mexican mother, grew up around the Santee reservation near Omaha.…

Offbeat National Parks

Looking north over Biscayne Bay at an island (at left) and at mangroves that line the shoreline (at back).Yosemite and Yellowstone are the jewels of our national park system. But you can find plenty…

Curious Collections

America's weird museums by Laura Hayes Arts & Entertainment | American History Gruesome | Medical Marvels | Curious Collections | Really Weird Science Related Links Arkansas Country…

Curious Collections

America's weird museums by Laura Hayes Arts & Entertainment | American History Gruesome | Medical Marvels | Curious Collections | Really Weird Science Related Links Arkansas Country…

The Golden Gate Bridge: Facts, History & Profile

Top of Page Image Source: Getty ImagesFast Golden Gate Bridge Facts Length: 8,981 ft (2,737 m) Width: 90 ft (27 m) Height: 746 ft (227 m) Clearance above high water: 220 ft (67 m) Weight: 887,…

1962 Academy Awards

The 1962 Academy Awards were presented April 8, 1963 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium.Best PictureLawrence of Arabia, Sam Spiegel, producer (Columbia)The Longest Day, Darryl F. Zanuck,…

Great Escapes: Famous Prison Breaks

Have you ever been fascinated by daring prison escapes? Do you think breaking out of a maximum-security prison is even possible? Test your knowledge on famous prison breaks and their incredible…

John Frankenheimer 2002 Deaths

John FrankenheimerAge: 72 acclaimed director known for his social dramas and thrillers, such as The Birdman of Alcatraz and The Manchurian Candidate. He won Emmy Awards for the cable…

Burt Lancaster Biography

Burt Lancasteractor, directorBorn: 11/2/1913Birthplace: New York City Academy Award-winning actor and director who parlayed an imposing presence into an impressive range of Hollywood roles. His…