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The Reagan Administration
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The Reagan administration played a big role in modern American history. Learn more about the Reagan administration at HowStuffWorks.
Revolutionary War Pictures
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These Revolutionary War pictures show battles and heroes of the American Revolution. See pictures of the Revolutionary War.
What brought bison back from the brink of extinction?
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Bison extinction seemed imminent during the 1800s, as the market for buffalo hide boomed. Learn how men like Teddy Roosevelt prevented bison extinction.
A Short History of Skid Row
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In the 20th century, there were dozens of Skid Rows across America, but today only one has been at the same location for over a century: Skid Row, Los Angeles. Why has it lasted for so long?
96% of People Can't Figure Out if These Vehicles Are Ford, Dodge, or Chevy. Can You?
Throughout the 20th century and to present the three big American car manufacturers have been competing for consumer pride. While some vehicles were truly unique, others were eerily similar. Can you figure out if these vehicles are Ford, Chevy or Dodge?
'Y'all' Isn't Just for Southerners Anymore
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Y'all, the contraction of the words "you" and "all," is making its move out of the American South to places as far afield as Australia.
How Propaganda Works
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Propaganda encompasses a range of deceptive persuasive techniques, from print to broadcast media. Read about propaganda and who uses it.
Paintings by Mary Cassatt
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Mary Cassatt was one of the few women, and the only American, invited to join the Impressionists. Learn about the life and artwork of Mary Cassatt.
How Prohibition Worked
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Prohibition was a constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcohol in the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at prohibition and why it failed.
Why Are Certain Foods Eaten Mainly at Breakfast?
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Americans expect certain foods for breakfast. But why did these particular foods end up as morning meals? HowStuffFoods lets the foods tell the story.