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You'll Never Guess Why Thomas Jefferson Raised Geese
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The Founding Father was a prolific writer during his day. He wrote so much, in fact, he required a steady supply of quills.
The Mastodon Boneyard That Stole Thomas Jefferson's Heart
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Massive mastodons roamed lower Kentucky during the last ice age. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the natural and presidential history of the region.
Did a U.S. president rewrite the Bible?
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The Jefferson bible gives a glimpse into the mind of an enigmatic president's religious views. Read how the Jefferson bible was created and where it is now.
What If America Had Lost the Revolution?
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If the colonists hadn't eked out a victory against the mighty British Empire, what would have been their fate? Would leaders like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson have been executed?
July 4 1776: American Independence Day
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Americans celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence every year on July 4 with picnics and fireworks. Learn the story behind Independence Day in the United States and how its traditions came about.
What does the 'pursuit of happiness' mean in the Declaration of Independence?
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What exactly in the pursuit of happiness? Stated in the Declaration of Independence, it has some mystery behind it. Read about the pursuit of happiness.
How to Create a Home Library
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A home library can be a dynamic expression of your personality. Learn how to create a home library and establish a special space for reading.
Think the Founding Fathers Were a Bunch of Old Men? Think Again
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We see them in paintings of the day as a congregation of arthritic old men, drily deciding the terms of the new republic when, in actuality, some were as young as 26.
Am I Going to Be Successful?
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Thomas Jefferson once said, "I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have." If you're the type of person who works hard to make their dreams come true, then it's time to find out if it will pay off in the long run!
Can You Pass This High School U.S. History Test Without Googling?
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Since earning its independence from Britain in the American Revolution, the United States has been a part of - and made - many big moments in history. Do you think you could pass this high-school level U.S. history quiz?